Chennuru - Kalluru, Khammam
Chennuru is a village situated in the Kalluru mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Kalluru and around 62 km from Khammam. Chennuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chennuru is 579787. The village covers a total geographical area of 1314 hectares and falls under the 507209 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chennuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chennuru
According to the 2011 Census, Chennuru village had a total population of 3,416 people, including 1,693 males and 1,723 females, living in 1,004 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.81%, with male literacy at 60.43% and female literacy at 45.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,416 | 1,693 | 1,723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 169 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,274 | 643 | 631 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,626 | 921 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,790 | 772 | 1,018 |
Nearby Villages of Chennuru
Chennuru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chennuru
Chennuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Chennuru is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Chennuru is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chennuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chennuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chennuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chennuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chennuru
Where is Chennuru located?
Chennuru village is located in Kalluru Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chennuru?
Chennuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chennuru?
The pincode of Chennuru is 507209.
What is the population of Chennuru?
Chennuru had a total population of 3,416, including 1,693 males and 1,723 females.
How many households are there in Chennuru?
Chennuru had 1,004 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chennuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chennuru was 52.81%. Male literacy was 60.43% and female literacy was 45.34%.