Pocharam - Kusumanchi, Khammam
Pocharam is a village situated in the Kusumanchi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusumanchi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Pocharam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pocharam is 579633. The village covers a total geographical area of 983 hectares and falls under the 507163 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Pocharam 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 Pocharam
As per Census 2011, Pocharam village has a total population of 2,266 people, consisting of 1,132 males and 1,134 females. The village has 671 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,145 literate and 1,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 498 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pocharam are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Pocharam
Pocharam 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 Pocharam
Pocharam 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 Pocharam is about 31 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 Pocharam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pocharam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pocharam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pocharam 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 Pocharam
Where is Pocharam located?
Pocharam village is located in Kusumanchi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pocharam?
Pocharam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pocharam?
The pincode of Pocharam is 507163.
What is the population of Pocharam?
Pocharam has a total population of 2,266, including 1,132 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Pocharam?
There are 671 households in Pocharam.
What is the literacy rate in Pocharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pocharam is 50.53%. Male literacy is 58.57% and female literacy is 42.50%.