Cherla
Cherla is a village located in Cherla mandal of Khammam district in Telangana, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Cherla (tehsildar office) and 180km away from district headquarter Khammam. As per 2009 stats, Cherla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Cherla unique in its vibrant Cherla-Khammam region. You’ll see Cherla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Cherla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cherla is 578857. The village spans a total geographical area of 422 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 507133. Manuguru is nearest town to Cherla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
When it comes to local governance, Cherla village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Cherla
Population of Cherla
According to the 2011 Census, Cherla has a total population of about 5,788, with approximately 3,058 males and 2,730 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 525 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,089 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,680. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.40%, with male literacy at about 73.22% and female literacy near 58.75%. There are around 1,457 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cherla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,788 | 3,058 | 2,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 270 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 616 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,680 | 882 | 798 |
| Literate Population | 3,843 | 2,239 | 1,604 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,945 | 819 | 1,126 |
Connectivity of Cherla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cherla. As per the 2011 stats, Cherla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Cherla
Knowing the nearby villages of Cherla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cherla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cherla
- Where is Cherla located?
- Cherla village is situated in Cherla Mandal, within the Khammam district of Telangana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cherla?
- Cherla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Cherla?
- The pincode of Cherla is 507133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Cherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cherla is 5,788, with 3,058 males and 2,730 females.
- How many households are there in Cherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cherla village has a total of 1,457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cherla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cherla is 66.40%. The male literacy rate is 73.22%, while the female literacy rate is 58.75%.