Chinthagudem - Penuballi, Khammam
Chinthagudem is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Chinthagudem village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinthagudem is 579591. The village covers a total geographical area of 810 hectares and falls under the 507209 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chinthagudem 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 Chinthagudem
According to the 2011 Census, Chinthagudem village had a total population of 3,069 people, including 1,550 males and 1,519 females, living in 823 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.26%, with male literacy at 71.61% and female literacy at 52.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 453, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 3,069 | 1,550 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 162 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 217 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,722 | 994 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,347 | 556 | 791 |
Nearby Villages of Chinthagudem
Chinthagudem 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 Chinthagudem
Chinthagudem 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 Kothagudem to Chinthagudem is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Chinthagudem is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinthagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinthagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinthagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinthagudem 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 Chinthagudem
Where is Chinthagudem located?
Chinthagudem village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chinthagudem?
Chinthagudem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinthagudem?
The pincode of Chinthagudem is 507209.
What is the population of Chinthagudem?
Chinthagudem had a total population of 3,069, including 1,550 males and 1,519 females.
How many households are there in Chinthagudem?
Chinthagudem had 823 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinthagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinthagudem was 62.26%. Male literacy was 71.61% and female literacy was 52.83%.