Chintalapalem - Kothavalasa, Vizianagaram
Chintalapalem is a village situated in the Kothavalasa mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothavalasa and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Chintalapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintalapalem is 583083. The village covers a total geographical area of 951 hectares and falls under the 531173 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Chintalapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chintalapalem
As per Census 2011, Chintalapalem village has a total population of 6,522 people, consisting of 3,253 males and 3,269 females. The village has 1,681 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,891 literate and 2,631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 943 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chintalapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,522 | 3,253 | 3,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 349 | 352 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 943 | 464 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,891 | 2,186 | 1,705 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,631 | 1,067 | 1,564 |
Nearby Villages of Chintalapalem
Chintalapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudapaka | East | 2.15 km |
| Mindivalasa Ramachandrapuram | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Ganisettipalem | West | 2.86 km |
| Saripalle | South | 2.95 km |
| Kothavalasa (ct) | North | 3.03 km |
| Santhapalem | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Denderu | West | 3.79 km |
| Gurrampalem | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Gorapalle | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Rajayyapeta | South-East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chintalapalem
Chintalapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chintalapalem is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Chintalapalem is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintalapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintalapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chintalapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintalapalem 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 Chintalapalem
Where is Chintalapalem located?
Chintalapalem village is located in Kothavalasa Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintalapalem?
Chintalapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chintalapalem?
The pincode of Chintalapalem is 531173.
What is the population of Chintalapalem?
Chintalapalem has a total population of 6,522, including 3,253 males and 3,269 females.
How many households are there in Chintalapalem?
There are 1,681 households in Chintalapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Chintalapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintalapalem is 59.66%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 52.16%.