Lachapuram - Dammapeta, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Lachapuram is a village situated in the Dammapeta mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Dammapeta and around 120 km from Khammam. Malkaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachapuram is 579544. The village covers a total geographical area of 715 hectares and falls under the 507306 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lachapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aswaraopeta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachapuram
As per Census 2011, Lachapuram village has a total population of 1,471 people, consisting of 729 males and 742 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 624 literate and 847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 633 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,471 | 729 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 61 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 305 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 305 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 380 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 847 | 349 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Lachapuram
Lachapuram 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 Lachapuram
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Lachapuram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sathupalle to Lachapuram is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Lachapuram is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lachapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachapuram
Where is Lachapuram located?
Lachapuram village is located in Dammapeta Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachapuram is Malkaram.
What is the pincode of Lachapuram?
The pincode of Lachapuram is 507306.
What is the population of Lachapuram?
Lachapuram has a total population of 1,471, including 729 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Lachapuram?
There are 381 households in Lachapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Lachapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachapuram is 42.42%. Male literacy is 52.13% and female literacy is 32.88%.