Chanduluru - Lakkavarapukota, Vizianagaram
Chanduluru is a village situated in the Lakkavarapukota mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakkavarapukota and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Chanduluru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanduluru is 583036. The village covers a total geographical area of 511 hectares and falls under the 535161 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chanduluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanduluru
As per Census 2011, Chanduluru village has a total population of 3,298 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,657 females. The village has 865 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,792 literate and 1,506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanduluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,298 | 1,641 | 1,657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 176 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 92 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | - | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,792 | 1,041 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,506 | 600 | 906 |
Nearby Villages of Chanduluru
Chanduluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marlapalle | East | 1.84 km |
| Kudduvalasa | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Singarai | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Athava | West | 2.53 km |
| Kithannapeta | North | 2.68 km |
| Latchampeta | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Rangarayapuram Agraharam | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Relligavirammapeta | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Sreerampuram | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Kallepalle | South | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanduluru
Chanduluru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakkavarapukota, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Chanduluru is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Chanduluru is about 46 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 Chanduluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanduluru 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 Chanduluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanduluru 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chanduluru
Where is Chanduluru located?
Chanduluru village is located in Lakkavarapukota Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanduluru?
Chanduluru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanduluru?
The pincode of Chanduluru is 535161.
What is the population of Chanduluru?
Chanduluru has a total population of 3,298, including 1,641 males and 1,657 females.
How many households are there in Chanduluru?
There are 865 households in Chanduluru.
What is the literacy rate in Chanduluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanduluru is 54.34%. Male literacy is 63.44% and female literacy is 45.32%.