Chegunta - Thimmajipet, Nagarkurnool
Chegunta is a village situated in the Thimmajipet mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Thimmajipet and around 39 km from Mahbubnagar. Chegunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chegunta is 575568. The village covers a total geographical area of 1013 hectares and falls under the 509406 pincode. Mahbubnagar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Chegunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chegunta
As per Census 2011, Chegunta village has a total population of 2,380 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,177 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,241 literate and 1,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chegunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,380 | 1,203 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 205 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,241 | 728 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 475 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Chegunta
Chegunta 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 Chegunta
Chegunta 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahbubnagar to Chegunta is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chegunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chegunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chegunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chegunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chegunta
Where is Chegunta located?
Chegunta village is located in Thimmajipet Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chegunta?
Chegunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chegunta?
The pincode of Chegunta is 509406.
What is the population of Chegunta?
Chegunta has a total population of 2,380, including 1,203 males and 1,177 females.
How many households are there in Chegunta?
There are 454 households in Chegunta.
What is the literacy rate in Chegunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chegunta is 52.14%. Male literacy is 60.52% and female literacy is 43.59%.