Tegacherla - Rapur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Tegacherla is a village situated in the Rapur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Tegacharla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tegacherla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tegacherla is 592004. The village covers a total geographical area of 4281 hectares and falls under the 524414 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Tegacherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tegacherla
According to the 2011 Census, Tegacherla village had a total population of 1,832 people, including 941 males and 891 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.13%, with male literacy at 62.98% and female literacy at 46.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 696, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 330.
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 | 1,832 | 941 | 891 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 109 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 366 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 173 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 524 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 417 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Tegacherla
Tegacherla 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 Tegacherla
Tegacherla 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nellore to Tegacherla is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Tegacherla is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tegacherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tegacherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tegacherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tegacherla 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 Tegacherla
Where is Tegacherla located?
Tegacherla village is located in Rapur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tegacherla?
The Gram Panchayat of Tegacherla is Tegacharla.
What is the pincode of Tegacherla?
The pincode of Tegacherla is 524414.
What is the population of Tegacherla?
Tegacherla had a total population of 1,832, including 941 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Tegacherla?
Tegacherla had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tegacherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tegacherla was 55.13%. Male literacy was 62.98% and female literacy was 46.92%.