Chelgal - Jagitial Rural, Jagitial
Chelgal is a village situated in the Jagitial Rural mandal of Jagitial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from Jagtial and around 57 km from Karimnagar. Chelgal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelgal is 572083. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150 hectares and falls under the 505455 pincode. Jagtial is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chelgal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chelgal
As per Census 2011, Chelgal village has a total population of 4,986 people, consisting of 2,392 males and 2,594 females. The village has 1,254 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,588 literate and 2,398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 674 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chelgal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,986 | 2,392 | 2,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 245 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 674 | 308 | 366 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,588 | 1,494 | 1,094 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,398 | 898 | 1,500 |
Nearby Villages of Chelgal
Chelgal 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 Chelgal
Chelgal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chelgal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagtial to Chelgal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Chelgal is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelgal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelgal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chelgal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelgal 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 Chelgal
Where is Chelgal located?
Chelgal village is located in Jagitial Rural Mandal, Jagitial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelgal?
Chelgal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chelgal?
The pincode of Chelgal is 505455.
What is the population of Chelgal?
Chelgal has a total population of 4,986, including 2,392 males and 2,594 females.
How many households are there in Chelgal?
There are 1,254 households in Chelgal.
What is the literacy rate in Chelgal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelgal is 51.91%. Male literacy is 62.46% and female literacy is 42.17%.