Cherkur
Cherkur is a village located in Veldanda mandal of Mahbubnagar district in Telangana, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Veldanda (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Mahbubnagar. As per 2009 stats, Cherkur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Cherkur unique in its vibrant Veldanda-Mahbubnagar region. You’ll see Cherkur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Cherkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cherkur is 575310. The village spans a total geographical area of 3764 hectares. Hyderabad is nearest town to Cherkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Cherkur
Population of Cherkur
According to the 2011 Census, Cherkur has a total population of about 5,810, with approximately 2,976 males and 2,834 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 736 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,006 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,178. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.22%, with male literacy at about 52.42% and female literacy near 29.46%. There are around 1,412 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cherkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,810 | 2,976 | 2,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 736 | 372 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,006 | 512 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,178 | 1,134 | 1,044 |
| Literate Population | 2,395 | 1,560 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,415 | 1,416 | 1,999 |
Connectivity of Cherkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cherkur. As per the 2011 stats, Cherkur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Cherkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Cherkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cherkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cherkur
- Where is Cherkur located?
- Cherkur village is situated in Veldanda Mandal, within the Mahbubnagar district of Telangana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cherkur?
- Cherkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Cherkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cherkur is 5,810, with 2,976 males and 2,834 females.
- How many households are there in Cherkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cherkur village has a total of 1,412 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cherkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cherkur is 41.22%. The male literacy rate is 52.42%, while the female literacy rate is 29.46%.