Kancherla - Bhiknoor, Kamareddy
Kancherla is a village situated in the Bhiknoor mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhiknoor and around 84 km from Nizamabad. Kancherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kancherla is 571580. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 503101 pincode. Kamareddy is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kancherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kancherla
According to the 2011 Census, Kancherla village had a total population of 1,582 people, including 798 males and 784 females, living in 386 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.40%, with male literacy at 71.78% and female literacy at 42.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 1,582 | 798 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 48 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 524 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 274 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Kancherla
Kancherla 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 Kancherla
Kancherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kancherla has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamareddy to Kancherla is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Kancherla is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kancherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kancherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kancherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kancherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kancherla
Where is Kancherla located?
Kancherla village is located in Bhiknoor Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kancherla?
Kancherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kancherla?
The pincode of Kancherla is 503101.
What is the population of Kancherla?
Kancherla had a total population of 1,582, including 798 males and 784 females.
How many households are there in Kancherla?
Kancherla had 386 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kancherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kancherla was 57.40%. Male literacy was 71.78% and female literacy was 42.74%.