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Challapalle, India

Andhra Pradesh · India

Challapalle is a small city in Andhra Pradesh, India with a population of 16,841. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
16,841 Population 353/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,200 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$2,200 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $45/mo rent

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About Challapalle

Challapalle is a village in Eluru district of the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. It is administered under of Eluru revenue division.

People

Population16,841
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density353/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,200
Per Capita$2,370
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty12.0%

Housing

C
Home Value$18,000
Rent$45
Housing Units6,736
Rent Burden27.4%

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population16,841
Population Density353 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates16.1176°, 80.9314°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceAndhra Pradesh
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,043 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,200
Median Age30.5 years

About Challapalle

Challapalle is a small city in India (Andhra Pradesh) with a population of 16,841. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Challapalle has a population of 16,841 with a density of 353 people per square mile, spread across 179.9 square miles. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,841
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below India avg
179.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Challapalle vs India Average

The median household income in Challapalle is $2,200, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,370 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $46, 97% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 303 business establishments.

Income: Challapalle vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,200
97% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,370
Avg Weekly Wage$46

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above India avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below India avg
Establishments (County)303

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Challapalle is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $45 (96% below the national average of $1,163). There are 6,736 total housing units in the city. 27.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$45
96% below India avg
Rent Burden27.4%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units6,736

Property Tax

Climate in Challapalle

Challapalle has an average annual temperature of 28.9°C (84°F). The hottest month is May (33°C), the coldest is Jan (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 1160 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C / 77°F 20.2° / 29.7° 6.7
Feb 26.4°C / 80°F 21.4° / 31.5° 14.3
Mar 28.7°C / 84°F 23.6° / 33.8° 6.2
Apr 30.8°C / 87°F 26.2° / 35.5° 15.1
May 33°C / 91°F 28.1° / 37.9° 46.3
Jun 32.4°C / 90°F 27.7° / 37° 106.2
Jul 30.4°C / 87°F 26.5° / 34.3° 191.2
Aug 29.8°C / 86°F 26.1° / 33.6° 177.4
Sep 29.7°C / 85°F 26° / 33.4° 193.5
Oct 28.6°C / 83°F 24.9° / 32.4° 263.0
Nov 27°C / 81°F 22.8° / 31.1° 121.8
Dec 25.1°C / 77°F 20.3° / 29.9° 18.6
Challapalle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average82.9°F
54% above India avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area179.9 sq mi (466.0 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates16.1176°N, 80.9314°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.29"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 25, 2020.

May 24, 1995 26 km E of M?cherla, India M4.6 141 km
Jan 25, 2020 32 km SW of Jaggayyapeta, India M4.5 127 km
Aug 4, 1996 12 km ESE of Vinukonda, India M4.1 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Michaung (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Michaung Category 1 203 km
2022 Asani Category 1 273 km
2014 Hudhud Category 4 289 km
2013 Helen Category 1 178 km
2010 Laila Category 1 287 km
1998 Unnamed Category 2 265 km
1996 Unnamed Category 4 106 km
1996 Unnamed Category 1 155 km
1990 Unnamed Category 4 28 km
1989 Gay Category 5 147 km
1984 Unnamed Category 2 248 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
March 83°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 87°F (31°C) 0.4 in
May 91°F (33°C) 1.9 in Warmest
June 90°F (32°C) 4.4 in
July 85°F (29°C) 7.3 in
August 84°F (29°C) 7.2 in
September 84°F (29°C) 6.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 9.3 in Wettest
November 78°F (26°C) 3.1 in
December 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in

Challapalle has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 76°F in January to 91°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.3") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Challapalle

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Government School
Sunflower School
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Radio Stations near Challapalle

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ap 9 FM pop MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Challapalle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avanigadda Library0.0
Community Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Challapalle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
AVANIGADDA VEGETABLE MARKET
Farmer's Market
Sree moka bhaskarrao muncipal fish market
Sree moka bhaskarrao muncipal fish market
Vuyyuru Rythu Bazar

Bus Stations in Challapalle

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

APSRTC Bus Station , Challapalli
APSRTC Bus Station , Movva
Kaptanupalem Bus Stop

Gas Stations in Challapalle

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IN #12097383955
IN #12116299432
IN #1324322792
IN #1324608302
IN #1324733619
IN #1330189086
Indian Oil

Banks in Challapalle

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Stadiums & Teams in Challapalle

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Challapalle

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vijayawada International AirportVGALarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Challapalle

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hanuman Temple
Ramalayam
Shivalayam
Sri Maha Vidya Ganapathi Devalayam
Vinaya Temple
Vinayaka Temple
Vinayaka Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Challapalle

What is the population of Challapalle?

Challapalle has a population of 16,841 residents and is located in India. The population density is 353 people per square mile, spread across 179.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Challapalle expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,200, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $45 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Challapalle?

Challapalle has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.

How is the job market in Challapalle?

Challapalle has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $46. There are 303 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Challapalle?

The median home value in Challapalle is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $45.

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