Tocham - Sydapuram, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Tocham is a village situated in the Sydapuram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sydapuram and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Tocham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tocham is 592239. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 524407 pincode. Gudur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tocham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tocham
As per Census 2011, Tocham village has a total population of 557 people, consisting of 296 males and 261 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 280 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tocham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 557 | 296 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 73 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 164 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 132 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Tocham
Tocham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krishnareddipalle | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Munagapadu | North | 2.31 km |
| Munagala Venkatapuram | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Chuttupalem | West | 2.55 km |
| Gulimcherla | South | 2.56 km |
| Thimmanaramapuram | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Nayanipalle | West | 3.39 km |
| Perumallapadu | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Sankurathripalle | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Gonu Narasayapalem | West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tocham
Tocham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudur Jn, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gudur to Tocham is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Tocham is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tocham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tocham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tocham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tocham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tocham
Where is Tocham located?
Tocham village is located in Sydapuram Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tocham?
Tocham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tocham?
The pincode of Tocham is 524407.
What is the population of Tocham?
Tocham has a total population of 557, including 296 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Tocham?
There are 130 households in Tocham.
What is the literacy rate in Tocham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tocham is 50.27%. Male literacy is 55.41% and female literacy is 44.44%.