Lachagudem - Chinthakani, Khammam
Lachagudem is a village situated in the Chinthakani mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chinthakani and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Latchagudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lachagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lachagudem is 579735. The village covers a total geographical area of 548 hectares and falls under the 507208 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Lachagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lachagudem
As per Census 2011, Lachagudem village has a total population of 2,659 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,332 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 1,360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lachagudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,659 | 1,327 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 142 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 270 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 737 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,360 | 590 | 770 |
Nearby Villages of Lachagudem
Lachagudem 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 Lachagudem
Lachagudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Lachagudem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Lachagudem is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lachagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lachagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lachagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lachagudem 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lachagudem
Where is Lachagudem located?
Lachagudem village is located in Chinthakani Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lachagudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Lachagudem is Latchagudem.
What is the pincode of Lachagudem?
The pincode of Lachagudem is 507208.
What is the population of Lachagudem?
Lachagudem has a total population of 2,659, including 1,327 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Lachagudem?
There are 774 households in Lachagudem.
What is the literacy rate in Lachagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lachagudem is 48.85%. Male literacy is 55.54% and female literacy is 42.19%.