Velpu Cherla - Jajireddygudem, Suryapet
Velpu Cherla is a village situated in the Jajireddygudem mandal of Suryapet district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Jajireddi Gudem and around 74 km from Nalgonda. Adivemla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velpu Cherla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velpu Cherla is 576655. The village covers a total geographical area of 538 hectares and falls under the 508224 pincode. Suryapet is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Velpu Cherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velpu Cherla
According to the 2011 Census, Velpu Cherla village had a total population of 585 people, including 302 males and 283 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.88%, with male literacy at 68.46% and female literacy at 48.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 302 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 178 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 124 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Velpu Cherla
Velpu Cherla 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 Velpu Cherla
Velpu Cherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Suryapet to Velpu Cherla is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Velpu Cherla is about 74 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 Velpu Cherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velpu Cherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Velpu Cherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velpu Cherla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velpu Cherla
Where is Velpu Cherla located?
Velpu Cherla village is located in Jajireddygudem Mandal, Suryapet district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velpu Cherla?
The Gram Panchayat of Velpu Cherla is Adivemla.
What is the pincode of Velpu Cherla?
The pincode of Velpu Cherla is 508224.
What is the population of Velpu Cherla?
Velpu Cherla had a total population of 585, including 302 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Velpu Cherla?
Velpu Cherla had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velpu Cherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velpu Cherla was 58.88%. Male literacy was 68.46% and female literacy was 48.55%.