Cherkur - Veldanda, Nagarkurnool
Cherkur is a village situated in the Veldanda mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from Veldanda and around 71 km from Mahbubnagar. Barkathpally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherkur is 575310. The village covers a total geographical area of 3764 hectares and falls under the 509360 pincode. Hyderabad is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Cherkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cherkur
As per Census 2011, Cherkur village has a total population of 5,810 people, consisting of 2,976 males and 2,834 females. The village has 1,412 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 736 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,395 literate and 3,415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,006 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherkur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Cherkur
Cherkur 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 Cherkur
Cherkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hyderabad to Cherkur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Cherkur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cherkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherkur 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 Cherkur
Where is Cherkur located?
Cherkur village is located in Veldanda Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherkur is Barkathpally.
What is the pincode of Cherkur?
The pincode of Cherkur is 509360.
What is the population of Cherkur?
Cherkur has a total population of 5,810, including 2,976 males and 2,834 females.
How many households are there in Cherkur?
There are 1,412 households in Cherkur.
What is the literacy rate in Cherkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherkur is 41.22%. Male literacy is 52.42% and female literacy is 29.46%.