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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ponnala village had a total population of 830 people, including 423 males and 407 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.96%, with male literacy at 63.29% and female literacy at 46.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 404.
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 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Ponnala?
The Grama Panchayat of Ponnala is Ponala.
What is the pincode of Ponnala?
The pincode of Ponnala is 504309.
What is the population of Ponnala?
Ponnala had a total population of 830, including 423 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Ponnala?
Ponnala had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponnala was 54.96%. Male literacy was 63.29% and female literacy was 46.54%.