Telgaram - Penuballi, Khammam
Telgaram is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Telagavaram(kw) serves as the Grama Panchayat for Telgaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Telgaram is 579592. The village covers a total geographical area of 1047 hectares and falls under the 507209 pincode. Kothagudem is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Telgaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sathupalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Telgaram
According to the 2011 Census, Telgaram village had a total population of 2,366 people, including 1,181 males and 1,185 females, living in 619 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.52%, with male literacy at 55.42% and female literacy at 43.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 719, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,366 | 1,181 | 1,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 138 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 360 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,038 | 578 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,328 | 603 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Telgaram
Telgaram 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 Telgaram
Telgaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kothagudem to Telgaram is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Telgaram is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Telgaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Telgaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Telgaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Telgaram 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 Telgaram
Where is Telgaram located?
Telgaram village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Telgaram?
The Grama Panchayat of Telgaram is Telagavaram(kw).
What is the pincode of Telgaram?
The pincode of Telgaram is 507209.
What is the population of Telgaram?
Telgaram had a total population of 2,366, including 1,181 males and 1,185 females.
How many households are there in Telgaram?
Telgaram had 619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Telgaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Telgaram was 49.52%. Male literacy was 55.42% and female literacy was 43.68%.