Chilakam
Chilakam is a village located in Garugubilli mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Garugubilli (tehsildar office) and 99km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Chilakam village is also a gram panchayat.
Chilakam has its own place in the vibrant Vizianagaram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chilakam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilakam is 582114. The village spans a total geographical area of 629 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535463. Parvathipuram is nearest town to Chilakam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Chilakam
Population of Chilakam
Below is a concise population overview of Chilakam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | 984 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 190 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 667 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 317 | 567 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilakam village:
- The total population of Chilakam village is around 1,984, including approximately 984 males and 1,000 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Chilakam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilakam village has 393 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chilakam village is about 55.44%, with male literacy at 67.78% and female literacy at 43.30%.
- There are around 510 households in Chilakam village.
Connectivity of Chilakam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilakam. As per the 2011 stats, Chilakam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilakam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilakam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilakam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilakam
- Where is Chilakam located?
- Chilakam village is situated in Garugubilli Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilakam?
- Chilakam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chilakam?
- The pincode of Chilakam is 535463, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilakam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilakam is 1,984, with 984 males and 1,000 females.
- How many households are there in Chilakam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilakam village has a total of 510 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilakam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilakam is 55.44%. The male literacy rate is 67.78%, while the female literacy rate is 43.30%.