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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chegyam village had a total population of 3,693 people, including 1,863 males and 1,830 females, living in 1,073 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.65%, with male literacy at 69.15% and female literacy at 50.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 775, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Chegyam?
The Grama Panchayat of Chegyam is Cheggam.
What is the pincode of Chegyam?
The pincode of Chegyam is 505416.
What is the population of Chegyam?
Chegyam had a total population of 3,693, including 1,863 males and 1,830 females.
How many households are there in Chegyam?
Chegyam had 1,073 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chegyam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chegyam was 59.65%. Male literacy was 69.15% and female literacy was 50.09%.