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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kacharam village had a total population of 622 people, including 301 males and 321 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.99%, with male literacy at 64.21% and female literacy at 48.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Kacharam?
Kacharam is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kacharam?
The pincode of Kacharam is 507202.
What is the population of Kacharam?
Kacharam had a total population of 622, including 301 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Kacharam?
Kacharam had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kacharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kacharam was 55.99%. Male literacy was 64.21% and female literacy was 48.26%.