Challapur - Doulathabad, Vikarabad
Challapur is a village situated in the Doulathabad mandal of Vikarabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Doulathabad and around 55 km from Mahbubnagar. Challapur village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challapur is 574994. The village covers a total geographical area of 627 hectares and falls under the 509336 pincode. Mahbubnagar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Challapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Challapur
According to the 2011 Census, Challapur village had a total population of 1,894 people, including 955 males and 939 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.73%, with male literacy at 54.84% and female literacy at 32.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 1,894 | 955 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 129 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 453 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,179 | 502 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Challapur
Challapur 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 Challapur
Challapur 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 Mahbubnagar to Challapur is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challapur 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 Challapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Challapur
Where is Challapur located?
Challapur village is located in Doulathabad Mandal, Vikarabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Challapur?
Challapur is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Challapur?
The pincode of Challapur is 509336.
What is the population of Challapur?
Challapur had a total population of 1,894, including 955 males and 939 females.
How many households are there in Challapur?
Challapur had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Challapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challapur was 43.73%. Male literacy was 54.84% and female literacy was 32.39%.