Elchur
Elchur is a village located in Santhamaguluru mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Santhamaguluru (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Yelchuru is the gram panchayat of Elchur village.
Elchur has its own place in the vibrant Prakasam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Elchur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elchur is 590675. The village spans a total geographical area of 2789 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523303. Narasaraopet is nearest town to Elchur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Elchur
Population of Elchur
Below is a concise population overview of Elchur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,915 | 4,564 | 4,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,054 | 557 | 497 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,475 | 786 | 689 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 127 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 3,990 | 2,412 | 1,578 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,925 | 2,152 | 2,773 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Elchur village:
- The total population of Elchur village is around 8,915, including approximately 4,564 males and 4,351 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,054 children aged 0–6 years in Elchur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Elchur village has 1,475 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Elchur village is about 44.76%, with male literacy at 52.85% and female literacy at 36.27%.
- There are around 2,353 households in Elchur village.
Connectivity of Elchur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elchur. As per the 2011 stats, Elchur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Elchur
Knowing the nearby villages of Elchur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elchur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Elchur
- Where is Elchur located?
- Elchur village is situated in Santhamaguluru Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Elchur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Elchur is Yelchuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Elchur?
- The pincode of Elchur is 523303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Elchur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elchur is 8,915, with 4,564 males and 4,351 females.
- How many households are there in Elchur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Elchur village has a total of 2,353 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Elchur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elchur is 44.76%. The male literacy rate is 52.85%, while the female literacy rate is 36.27%.