Challagirigella - Porumamilla, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Challagirigella is a village situated in the Porumamilla mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Porumamilla and around 105 km from Kadapa. T. Sallagirigela serves as the Grama Panchayat for Challagirigella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challagirigella is 593027. The village covers a total geographical area of 3095 hectares and falls under the 516193 pincode. Badvel is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Challagirigella village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challagirigella
According to the 2011 Census, Challagirigella village had a total population of 2,113 people, including 1,069 males and 1,044 females, living in 538 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.50%, with male literacy at 65.05% and female literacy at 39.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 499.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,113 | 1,069 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 119 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 254 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 618 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 451 | 676 |
Nearby Villages of Challagirigella
Challagirigella 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) |
|---|---|---|
| S.seshampalle | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Yellapalle | South | 2.77 km |
| S.lingampalle | West | 3.99 km |
| T.seshampalle | West | 4.00 km |
| Siddavaram | North | 4.26 km |
| Venkataramapuram | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Rowthupalle | South | 5.22 km |
| Kamakunta | South-West | 6.16 km |
| Ganugapenta | South-East | 6.71 km |
| S.veerlapalle | North-West | 6.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Challagirigella
Challagirigella is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Giddalur, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badvel to Challagirigella is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Challagirigella is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challagirigella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challagirigella village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Challagirigella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challagirigella village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Challagirigella
Where is Challagirigella located?
Challagirigella village is located in Porumamilla Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Challagirigella?
The Grama Panchayat of Challagirigella is T. Sallagirigela.
What is the pincode of Challagirigella?
The pincode of Challagirigella is 516193.
What is the population of Challagirigella?
Challagirigella had a total population of 2,113, including 1,069 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Challagirigella?
Challagirigella had 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challagirigella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challagirigella was 52.50%. Male literacy was 65.05% and female literacy was 39.66%.