Ponkur
Ponkur is a village located in Sarangapur mandal of Adilabad district in Telangana, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sarangapur (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Adilabad. As per 2009 stats, Ponkur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ponkur unique in its vibrant Sarangapur-Adilabad region. You’ll see Ponkur’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 Ponkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ponkur is 570075. The village spans a total geographical area of 1264 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 504110. Nirmal is nearest town to Ponkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Ponkur
Population of Ponkur
According to the 2011 Census, Ponkur has a total population of about 2,575, with approximately 1,231 males and 1,344 females. The sex ratio is around 1091 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 318 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 828. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.48%, with male literacy at about 57.51% and female literacy near 42.11%. There are around 509 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ponkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,575 | 1,231 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 165 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 828 | 401 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 708 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,301 | 523 | 778 |
Connectivity of Ponkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ponkur. As per the 2011 stats, Ponkur 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 Ponkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Ponkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ponkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ponkur
- Where is Ponkur located?
- Ponkur village is situated in Sarangapur Mandal, within the Adilabad district of Telangana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ponkur?
- Ponkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ponkur?
- The pincode of Ponkur is 504110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ponkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ponkur is 2,575, with 1,231 males and 1,344 females.
- How many households are there in Ponkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ponkur village has a total of 509 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ponkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ponkur is 49.48%. The male literacy rate is 57.51%, while the female literacy rate is 42.11%.