Cheepuruvalasa - Kothavalasa, Vizianagaram
Cheepuruvalasa is a village situated in the Kothavalasa mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothavalasa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Kottavalasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheepuruvalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheepuruvalasa is 583077. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 535183 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Cheepuruvalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cheepuruvalasa
As per Census 2011, Cheepuruvalasa village has a total population of 3,181 people, consisting of 1,620 males and 1,561 females. The village has 817 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,784 literate and 1,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheepuruvalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,181 | 1,620 | 1,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 178 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 208 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,784 | 1,037 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,397 | 583 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Cheepuruvalasa
Cheepuruvalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gulivindada | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Sundarayyapeta | North | 1.75 km |
| Cheedivalasa | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Mindivalasa Ramachandrapuram | East | 3.12 km |
| Ganisettipalem | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Elluppi | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Veerabhadra Puram | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Gotlam | West | 3.36 km |
| Denderu | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Ramalingapuram | North-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheepuruvalasa
Cheepuruvalasa 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 99.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Cheepuruvalasa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Cheepuruvalasa is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheepuruvalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheepuruvalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cheepuruvalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheepuruvalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cheepuruvalasa
Where is Cheepuruvalasa located?
Cheepuruvalasa village is located in Kothavalasa Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheepuruvalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheepuruvalasa is Kottavalasa.
What is the pincode of Cheepuruvalasa?
The pincode of Cheepuruvalasa is 535183.
What is the population of Cheepuruvalasa?
Cheepuruvalasa has a total population of 3,181, including 1,620 males and 1,561 females.
How many households are there in Cheepuruvalasa?
There are 817 households in Cheepuruvalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Cheepuruvalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheepuruvalasa is 56.08%. Male literacy is 64.01% and female literacy is 47.85%.