Yerugatla - Penuballi, Khammam
Yerugatla is a village situated in the Penuballi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penuballi and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Yerughatla serves as the Grama Panchayat for Yerugatla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerugatla is 579580. The village covers a total geographical area of 994 hectares and falls under the 507302 pincode. Sathupalle is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Yerugatla 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 Yerugatla
According to the 2011 Census, Yerugatla village had a total population of 1,145 people, including 568 males and 577 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.92%, with male literacy at 65.00% and female literacy at 55.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 263.
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 | 1,145 | 568 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 325 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 243 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Yerugatla
Yerugatla 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 Yerugatla
Yerugatla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sathupalle to Yerugatla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Yerugatla is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerugatla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerugatla 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 Yerugatla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerugatla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yerugatla
Where is Yerugatla located?
Yerugatla village is located in Penuballi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Yerugatla?
The Grama Panchayat of Yerugatla is Yerughatla.
What is the pincode of Yerugatla?
The pincode of Yerugatla is 507302.
What is the population of Yerugatla?
Yerugatla had a total population of 1,145, including 568 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Yerugatla?
Yerugatla had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yerugatla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerugatla was 59.92%. Male literacy was 65.00% and female literacy was 55.02%.