Chegyam - Velgatur, Jagitial
Chegyam is a village situated in the Velgatur mandal of Jagitial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 16 km from Velgatoor and around 61 km from Karimnagar. Cheggam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chegyam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chegyam is 571725. The village covers a total geographical area of 1466 hectares and falls under the 505416 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chegyam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chegyam
As per Census 2011, Chegyam village has a total population of 3,693 people, consisting of 1,863 males and 1,830 females. The village has 1,073 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,009 literate and 1,684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 775 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chegyam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,693 | 1,863 | 1,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 174 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 775 | 395 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,168 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,684 | 695 | 989 |
Nearby Villages of Chegyam
Chegyam 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 Chegyam
Chegyam 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 Ramagundam to Chegyam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Chegyam is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chegyam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chegyam 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 Chegyam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chegyam 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 Chegyam
Where is Chegyam located?
Chegyam village is located in Velgatur Mandal, Jagitial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chegyam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chegyam is Cheggam.
What is the pincode of Chegyam?
The pincode of Chegyam is 505416.
What is the population of Chegyam?
Chegyam has a total population of 3,693, including 1,863 males and 1,830 females.
How many households are there in Chegyam?
There are 1,073 households in Chegyam.
What is the literacy rate in Chegyam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chegyam is 54.40%. Male literacy is 62.69% and female literacy is 45.96%.