Velgonda - Buggaram, Jagitial
Velgonda is a village situated in the Buggaram mandal of Jagitial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Dharmapuri and around 60 km from Karimnagar. Velgonda village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velgonda is 571702. The village covers a total geographical area of 987 hectares and falls under the 505454 pincode. Jagtial is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Velgonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velgonda
According to the 2011 Census, Velgonda village had a total population of 3,079 people, including 1,449 males and 1,630 females, living in 741 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.04%, with male literacy at 63.58% and female literacy at 43.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 458.
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 | 3,079 | 1,449 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 120 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 217 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,490 | 845 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 604 | 985 |
Nearby Villages of Velgonda
Velgonda 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 Velgonda
Velgonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velgonda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagtial to Velgonda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Velgonda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velgonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velgonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velgonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velgonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Velgonda
Where is Velgonda located?
Velgonda village is located in Buggaram Mandal, Jagitial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Velgonda?
Velgonda is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velgonda?
The pincode of Velgonda is 505454.
What is the population of Velgonda?
Velgonda had a total population of 3,079, including 1,449 males and 1,630 females.
How many households are there in Velgonda?
Velgonda had 741 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velgonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velgonda was 53.04%. Male literacy was 63.58% and female literacy was 43.58%.