Perikasingaram - Kusumanchi, Khammam
Perikasingaram is a village situated in the Kusumanchi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusumanchi and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Azmeera Hiramanthanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Perikasingaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perikasingaram is 579643. The village covers a total geographical area of 751 hectares and falls under the 507159 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Perikasingaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palair Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Perikasingaram
As per Census 2011, Perikasingaram village has a total population of 3,909 people, consisting of 1,987 males and 1,922 females. The village has 1,021 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,941 literate and 1,968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perikasingaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,909 | 1,987 | 1,922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 212 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,181 | 1,124 | 1,057 |
| Literate Population | 1,941 | 1,171 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,968 | 816 | 1,152 |
Nearby Villages of Perikasingaram
Perikasingaram 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 Perikasingaram
Perikasingaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Perikasingaram is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perikasingaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perikasingaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Perikasingaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perikasingaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Perikasingaram
Where is Perikasingaram located?
Perikasingaram village is located in Kusumanchi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perikasingaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Perikasingaram is Azmeera Hiramanthanda.
What is the pincode of Perikasingaram?
The pincode of Perikasingaram is 507159.
What is the population of Perikasingaram?
Perikasingaram has a total population of 3,909, including 1,987 males and 1,922 females.
How many households are there in Perikasingaram?
There are 1,021 households in Perikasingaram.
What is the literacy rate in Perikasingaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perikasingaram is 49.65%. Male literacy is 58.93% and female literacy is 40.06%.