Cherkupalle - Gundlapally, Nalgonda
Cherkupalle is a village situated in the Gundlapally mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Gundla Palle and around 89 km from Nalgonda. Buranpur Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherkupalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherkupalle is 577199. The village covers a total geographical area of 3225 hectares and falls under the 508258 pincode. Nalgonda is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Cherkupalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devarakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nalgonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherkupalle
As per Census 2011, Cherkupalle village has a total population of 5,015 people, consisting of 2,607 males and 2,408 females. The village has 1,128 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 645 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,407 literate and 2,608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 757 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,460 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherkupalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,015 | 2,607 | 2,408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 645 | 338 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 382 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,460 | 1,288 | 1,172 |
| Literate Population | 2,407 | 1,566 | 841 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,608 | 1,041 | 1,567 |
Nearby Villages of Cherkupalle
Cherkupalle 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 Cherkupalle
Cherkupalle 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nalgonda to Cherkupalle is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherkupalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherkupalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cherkupalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherkupalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cherkupalle
Where is Cherkupalle located?
Cherkupalle village is located in Gundlapally Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherkupalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherkupalle is Buranpur Thanda.
What is the pincode of Cherkupalle?
The pincode of Cherkupalle is 508258.
What is the population of Cherkupalle?
Cherkupalle has a total population of 5,015, including 2,607 males and 2,408 females.
How many households are there in Cherkupalle?
There are 1,128 households in Cherkupalle.
What is the literacy rate in Cherkupalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherkupalle is 48.00%. Male literacy is 60.07% and female literacy is 34.93%.