Ponkal
Ponkal is a village located in Mamda mandal of Adilabad district in Telangana, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mamda (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Adilabad. As per 2009 stats, Ponkal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponkal unique in its vibrant Mamda-Adilabad region. You’ll see Ponkal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ponkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponkal is 570423. The village spans a total geographical area of 1995 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 504310. Nirmal is nearest town to Ponkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Ponkal
Population of Ponkal
According to the 2011 Census, Ponkal has a total population of about 5,160, with approximately 2,495 males and 2,665 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 574 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 591 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 182. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.33%, with male literacy at about 54.31% and female literacy near 36.92%. There are around 1,302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,160 | 2,495 | 2,665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 317 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 288 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 2,339 | 1,355 | 984 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,821 | 1,140 | 1,681 |
Connectivity of Ponkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponkal. As per the 2011 stats, Ponkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ponkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponkal
- Where is Ponkal located?
- Ponkal village is situated in Mamda Mandal, within the Adilabad district of Telangana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponkal?
- Ponkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponkal?
- The pincode of Ponkal is 504310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponkal is 5,160, with 2,495 males and 2,665 females.
- How many households are there in Ponkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponkal village has a total of 1,302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponkal is 45.33%. The male literacy rate is 54.31%, while the female literacy rate is 36.92%.