Kacharam - Yerrupalem, Khammam
Kacharam is a village situated in the Yerrupalem mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yerrupalem and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Kacharam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kacharam is 579877. The village covers a total geographical area of 1359 hectares and falls under the 507202 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kacharam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kacharam
As per Census 2011, Kacharam village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 301 males and 321 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kacharam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 301 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 174 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 127 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Kacharam
Kacharam 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 Kacharam
Kacharam 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 Vijayawada to Kacharam is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Kacharam is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kacharam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kacharam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kacharam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kacharam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kacharam
Where is Kacharam located?
Kacharam village is located in Yerrupalem Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kacharam?
Kacharam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kacharam?
The pincode of Kacharam is 507202.
What is the population of Kacharam?
Kacharam has a total population of 622, including 301 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Kacharam?
There are 184 households in Kacharam.
What is the literacy rate in Kacharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kacharam is 50.32%. Male literacy is 57.81% and female literacy is 43.30%.