Telikicherla - Nallajerla, East Godavari
Telikicherla is a village situated in the Nallajerla mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Nallajerla and around 75 km from Eluru. Telikicherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telikicherla is 588252. The village covers a total geographical area of 1931 hectares and falls under the 534111 pincode. Tadepallegudem is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Telikicherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Telikicherla
According to the 2011 Census, Telikicherla village had a total population of 5,788 people, including 2,915 males and 2,873 females, living in 1,719 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.44%, with male literacy at 57.80% and female literacy at 59.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 763, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 5,788 | 2,915 | 2,873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 677 | 358 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 763 | 372 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,987 | 1,478 | 1,509 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,801 | 1,437 | 1,364 |
Nearby Villages of Telikicherla
Telikicherla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunavaram | East | 2.99 km |
| Prakasaraopalem | West | 3.00 km |
| Jaggannapeta | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Gundepalle @ Chodavaram(east) | North | 4.00 km |
| Veerampalem | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Chodavaram (west) | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Venkatramannagudem | South | 5.15 km |
| Veeravalli | North | 6.15 km |
| Kommugudem | East | 6.48 km |
| Tyajampudi | North-East | 6.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Telikicherla
Telikicherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badampudi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tadepallegudem to Telikicherla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Telikicherla is about 75 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 Telikicherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telikicherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Telikicherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telikicherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Telikicherla
Where is Telikicherla located?
Telikicherla village is located in Nallajerla Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Telikicherla?
Telikicherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Telikicherla?
The pincode of Telikicherla is 534111.
What is the population of Telikicherla?
Telikicherla had a total population of 5,788, including 2,915 males and 2,873 females.
How many households are there in Telikicherla?
Telikicherla had 1,719 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telikicherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telikicherla was 58.44%. Male literacy was 57.80% and female literacy was 59.08%.