Chintada - Jami, Vizianagaram
Chintada is a village situated in the Jami mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jami and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Chintada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintada is 583087. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 535250 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chintada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srungavarapukota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Visakhapatnam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chintada
As per Census 2011, Chintada village has a total population of 1,225 people, consisting of 617 males and 608 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 667 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chintada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,225 | 617 | 608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 391 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 226 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Chintada
Chintada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pavada | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Usiri | North | 1.30 km |
| Kallampudi | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Vasi | West | 1.86 km |
| S. Kotatalari | North | 1.97 km |
| Veerabhadrapeta | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Jagaram | East | 2.39 km |
| Alugubilli | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Vinayakapalle | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Goljam | South-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chintada
Chintada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakkavarapukota, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Chintada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chintada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chintada
Where is Chintada located?
Chintada village is located in Jami Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintada?
Chintada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chintada?
The pincode of Chintada is 535250.
What is the population of Chintada?
Chintada has a total population of 1,225, including 617 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Chintada?
There are 326 households in Chintada.
What is the literacy rate in Chintada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintada is 54.45%. Male literacy is 63.37% and female literacy is 45.39%.