Chowdaram - Penuballi, Khammam
Chowdaram is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Mandalapadu serves as the Grama Panchayat for Chowdaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowdaram is 579581. The village covers a total geographical area of 1107 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chowdaram 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 Chowdaram
According to the 2011 Census, Chowdaram village had a total population of 500 people, including 259 males and 241 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.30%, with male literacy at 51.72% and female literacy at 42.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 500 | 259 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 100 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 120 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 139 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Chowdaram
Chowdaram 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 Chowdaram
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chowdaram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sathupalle to Chowdaram is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Chowdaram is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowdaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowdaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chowdaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowdaram 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 Chowdaram
Where is Chowdaram located?
Chowdaram village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Chowdaram?
The Grama Panchayat of Chowdaram is Mandalapadu.
What is the pincode of Chowdaram?
The pincode of Chowdaram is 507302.
What is the population of Chowdaram?
Chowdaram had a total population of 500, including 259 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Chowdaram?
Chowdaram had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowdaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowdaram was 47.30%. Male literacy was 51.72% and female literacy was 42.45%.