Pocharam
Pocharam is a village located in Kusumanchi mandal of Khammam district in Telangana, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kusumanchi (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Khammam. As per 2009 stats, Pocharam village is also a gram panchayat.
Pocharam has its own place in the vibrant Khammam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pocharam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pocharam is 579633. The village spans a total geographical area of 983 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 507161. Khammam is nearest town to Pocharam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pocharam 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 Palair Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khammam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pocharam
Population of Pocharam
Below is a concise population overview of Pocharam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,132 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 124 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 498 | 251 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,145 | 663 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,121 | 469 | 652 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pocharam village:
- The total population of Pocharam village is around 2,266, including approximately 1,132 males and 1,134 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Pocharam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pocharam village has 498 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pocharam village is about 50.53%, with male literacy at 58.57% and female literacy at 42.50%.
- There are around 671 households in Pocharam village.
Connectivity of Pocharam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pocharam. As per the 2011 stats, Pocharam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pocharam
Knowing the nearby villages of Pocharam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pocharam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pocharam
- Where is Pocharam located?
- Pocharam village is situated in Kusumanchi Mandal, within the Khammam district of Telangana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pocharam?
- Pocharam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pocharam?
- The pincode of Pocharam is 507161, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pocharam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pocharam is 2,266, with 1,132 males and 1,134 females.
- How many households are there in Pocharam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pocharam village has a total of 671 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pocharam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pocharam is 50.53%. The male literacy rate is 58.57%, while the female literacy rate is 42.50%.