Padkal - Endapalli, Jagitial
Padkal is a village situated in the Endapalli mandal of Jagitial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Velgatoor and around 43 km from Karimnagar. Padkal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padkal is 571730. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 505526 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Padkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Padkal
According to the 2011 Census, Padkal village had a total population of 693 people, including 338 males and 355 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.85%, with male literacy at 62.26% and female literacy at 41.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 450.
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 | 693 | 338 | 355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 221 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 198 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 140 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Padkal
Padkal 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 Padkal
Padkal 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramagundam to Padkal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Padkal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padkal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padkal
Where is Padkal located?
Padkal village is located in Endapalli Mandal, Jagitial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padkal?
Padkal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padkal?
The pincode of Padkal is 505526.
What is the population of Padkal?
Padkal had a total population of 693, including 338 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Padkal?
Padkal had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padkal was 51.85%. Male literacy was 62.26% and female literacy was 41.87%.