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
As per Census 2011, Tegacherla village has a total population of 1,832 people, consisting of 941 males and 891 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tegacherla are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,832, including 941 males and 891 females.
How many households are there in Tegacherla?
There are 416 households in Tegacherla.
What is the literacy rate in Tegacherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tegacherla is 48.96%. Male literacy is 55.69% and female literacy is 41.86%.