Chintaparru - Palacole, West Godavari
Chintaparru is a village situated in the Palacole mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacole and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Chinthaparru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chintaparru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintaparru is 588776. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 534250 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chintaparru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chintaparru
As per Census 2011, Chintaparru village has a total population of 3,440 people, consisting of 1,775 males and 1,665 females. The village has 977 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,263 literate and 1,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 899 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chintaparru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,440 | 1,775 | 1,665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 182 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 899 | 462 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,263 | 1,242 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 533 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Chintaparru
Chintaparru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lankalakoderu | West | 1.89 km |
| Kapavaram | North | 2.16 km |
| Chandaparru | South | 2.87 km |
| Jinnuru | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Dagguluru | West | 3.22 km |
| Vedangi | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Ballipadu | West | 4.22 km |
| Palamuru | West | 4.37 km |
| Agarru | South | 4.58 km |
| Sivadevunichikkala | West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chintaparru
Chintaparru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chinta Parru Ha, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Chintaparru is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Chintaparru is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintaparru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintaparru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chintaparru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintaparru 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chintaparru
Where is Chintaparru located?
Chintaparru village is located in Palacole Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintaparru?
The Gram Panchayat of Chintaparru is Chinthaparru.
What is the pincode of Chintaparru?
The pincode of Chintaparru is 534250.
What is the population of Chintaparru?
Chintaparru has a total population of 3,440, including 1,775 males and 1,665 females.
How many households are there in Chintaparru?
There are 977 households in Chintaparru.
What is the literacy rate in Chintaparru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintaparru is 65.78%. Male literacy is 69.97% and female literacy is 61.32%.