Chowtapally - Kusumanchi, Khammam
Chowtapally is a village situated in the Kusumanchi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusumanchi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Bodiyathanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chowtapally village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowtapally is 579632. The village covers a total geographical area of 811 hectares and falls under the 507161 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chowtapally village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palair Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chowtapally
As per Census 2011, Chowtapally village has a total population of 2,155 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 1,063 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,086 literate and 1,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chowtapally are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,155 | 1,092 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 116 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 188 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,138 | 577 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 643 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 449 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Chowtapally
Chowtapally 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 Chowtapally
Chowtapally 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Chowtapally is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowtapally
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowtapally 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 Chowtapally
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowtapally 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 Chowtapally
Where is Chowtapally located?
Chowtapally village is located in Kusumanchi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chowtapally?
The Gram Panchayat of Chowtapally is Bodiyathanda.
What is the pincode of Chowtapally?
The pincode of Chowtapally is 507161.
What is the population of Chowtapally?
Chowtapally has a total population of 2,155, including 1,092 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Chowtapally?
There are 564 households in Chowtapally.
What is the literacy rate in Chowtapally?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowtapally is 50.39%. Male literacy is 58.88% and female literacy is 41.67%.