Pocharam - Regode, Medak
Pocharam is a village situated in the Regode mandal of Medak district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Regode and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Sangareddy. Chowderpalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pocharam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pocharam is 573240. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 502290 pincode. Medak is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Pocharam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pocharam
As per Census 2011, Pocharam village has a total population of 495 people, consisting of 265 males and 230 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pocharam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 265 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 167 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 98 | 125 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Medak to Pocharam is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangareddy to Pocharam is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pocharam
Where is Pocharam located?
Pocharam village is located in Regode Mandal, Medak district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pocharam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pocharam is Chowderpalle.
What is the pincode of Pocharam?
The pincode of Pocharam is 502290.
What is the population of Pocharam?
Pocharam has a total population of 495, including 265 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Pocharam?
There are 120 households in Pocharam.
What is the literacy rate in Pocharam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pocharam is 54.95%. Male literacy is 63.02% and female literacy is 45.65%.