Cheedivalasa - Kothavalasa, Vizianagaram
Cheedivalasa is a village situated in the Kothavalasa mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothavalasa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Cheedivalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheedivalasa is 583071. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 535183 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Cheedivalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheedivalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Cheedivalasa village had a total population of 885 people, including 444 males and 441 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.08%, with male literacy at 73.50% and female literacy at 44.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 444 | 441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 294 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 150 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Cheedivalasa
Cheedivalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundarayyapeta | East | 1.06 km |
| Ramalingapuram | North | 1.52 km |
| Cheepuruvalasa | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Srungavaram | West | 2.24 km |
| Gotlam | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Devada | North | 2.89 km |
| Musiram | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Veerabhadra Puram | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Gulivindada | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Sudivalasa | South-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheedivalasa
Cheedivalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Cheedivalasa is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Cheedivalasa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheedivalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheedivalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cheedivalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheedivalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cheedivalasa
Where is Cheedivalasa located?
Cheedivalasa village is located in Kothavalasa Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheedivalasa?
Cheedivalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Cheedivalasa?
The pincode of Cheedivalasa is 535183.
What is the population of Cheedivalasa?
Cheedivalasa had a total population of 885, including 444 males and 441 females.
How many households are there in Cheedivalasa?
Cheedivalasa had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cheedivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheedivalasa was 59.08%. Male literacy was 73.50% and female literacy was 44.80%.