Chilukuru - Undi, West Godavari
Chilukuru is a village situated in the Undi mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Undi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Chilukuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilukuru is 588610. The village covers a total geographical area of 838 hectares and falls under the 534199 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chilukuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilukuru
As per Census 2011, Chilukuru village has a total population of 2,127 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 1,055 females. The village has 659 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chilukuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,127 | 1,072 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 101 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 76 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 757 | 671 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 315 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Chilukuru
Chilukuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Velivarru | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Mahadevapatnam | South | 2.69 km |
| Uppuluru | North | 2.70 km |
| Garagaparru | East | 3.48 km |
| Yendagandi | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Narasimharajapura Agraharam | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Kolamuru | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Gollalakoderu | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Annavaram | South | 4.64 km |
| Panduvvakhandrika | North | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilukuru
Chilukuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Undi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhimavaram to Chilukuru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Chilukuru is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilukuru 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 Chilukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilukuru 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 Chilukuru
Where is Chilukuru located?
Chilukuru village is located in Undi Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilukuru?
Chilukuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chilukuru?
The pincode of Chilukuru is 534199.
What is the population of Chilukuru?
Chilukuru has a total population of 2,127, including 1,072 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Chilukuru?
There are 659 households in Chilukuru.
What is the literacy rate in Chilukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilukuru is 67.14%. Male literacy is 70.62% and female literacy is 63.60%.