Pocharam - Garla, Mahabubabad
Pocharam is a village situated in the Garla mandal of Mahabubabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Garla and around 36 km from Khammam. Kotyanaik Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pocharam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pocharam is 579450. The village covers a total geographical area of 1754 hectares and falls under the 507210 pincode. Yellandu is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Yellandu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pocharam
As per Census 2011, Pocharam village has a total population of 3,348 people, consisting of 1,704 males and 1,644 females. The village has 905 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,661 literate and 1,687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,311 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pocharam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,348 | 1,704 | 1,644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 164 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 158 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,311 | 648 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 970 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,687 | 734 | 953 |
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 bus services. Pocharam has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yellandu to Pocharam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Pocharam is about 36 km, with the usual travel time 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pocharam
Where is Pocharam located?
Pocharam village is located in Garla Mandal, Mahabubabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pocharam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pocharam is Kotyanaik Thanda.
What is the pincode of Pocharam?
The pincode of Pocharam is 507210.
What is the population of Pocharam?
Pocharam has a total population of 3,348, including 1,704 males and 1,644 females.
How many households are there in Pocharam?
There are 905 households in Pocharam.
What is the literacy rate in Pocharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pocharam is 49.61%. Male literacy is 56.92% and female literacy is 42.03%.