Ponnala - Bela, Adilabad
Ponnala is a village situated in the Bela mandal of Adilabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bela and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Adilabad. Ponala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponnala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponnala is 569098. The village covers a total geographical area of 492 hectares and falls under the 504309 pincode. Adilabad is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Ponnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ponnala
As per Census 2011, Ponnala village has a total population of 830 people, consisting of 423 males and 407 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 404 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponnala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 830 | 423 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 231 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 192 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Ponnala
Ponnala 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 Ponnala
Ponnala 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 Adilabad to Ponnala is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponnala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ponnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponnala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ponnala
Where is Ponnala located?
Ponnala village is located in Bela Mandal, Adilabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponnala?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponnala is Ponala.
What is the pincode of Ponnala?
The pincode of Ponnala is 504309.
What is the population of Ponnala?
Ponnala has a total population of 830, including 423 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Ponnala?
There are 181 households in Ponnala.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnala is 48.07%. Male literacy is 54.61% and female literacy is 41.28%.