Penchikalpet - Athmakur, Hanumakonda
Penchikalpet is a village situated in the Athmakur mandal of Hanumakonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Atmakur and around 28 km from Warangal. Penchikalapeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Penchikalpet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penchikalpet is 578139. The village covers a total geographical area of 576 hectares and falls under the 506342 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Penchikalpet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Penchikalpet
As per Census 2011, Penchikalpet village has a total population of 2,579 people, consisting of 1,271 males and 1,308 females. The village has 706 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,536 literate and 1,043 illiterate residents. Additionally, 599 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penchikalpet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,579 | 1,271 | 1,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 303 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 890 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 381 | 662 |
Nearby Villages of Penchikalpet
Penchikalpet 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 Penchikalpet
Penchikalpet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warangal to Penchikalpet is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penchikalpet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penchikalpet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Penchikalpet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penchikalpet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penchikalpet
Where is Penchikalpet located?
Penchikalpet village is located in Athmakur Mandal, Hanumakonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penchikalpet?
The Gram Panchayat of Penchikalpet is Penchikalapeta.
What is the pincode of Penchikalpet?
The pincode of Penchikalpet is 506342.
What is the population of Penchikalpet?
Penchikalpet has a total population of 2,579, including 1,271 males and 1,308 females.
How many households are there in Penchikalpet?
There are 706 households in Penchikalpet.
What is the literacy rate in Penchikalpet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penchikalpet is 59.56%. Male literacy is 70.02% and female literacy is 49.39%.