Polasa - Jagitial Rural, Jagitial
Polasa 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. Polasa village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polasa is 572072. The village covers a total geographical area of 1482 hectares and falls under the 505529 pincode. Jagtial is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Polasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polasa
According to the 2011 Census, Polasa village had a total population of 5,149 people, including 2,568 males and 2,581 females, living in 1,192 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.92%, with male literacy at 73.00% and female literacy at 51.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 825, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 5,149 | 2,568 | 2,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 246 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 825 | 404 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,915 | 1,695 | 1,220 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,234 | 873 | 1,361 |
Nearby Villages of Polasa
Polasa 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 Polasa
Polasa 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 Polasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Polasa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Polasa 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 Polasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polasa 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 Polasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polasa 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 Polasa
Where is Polasa located?
Polasa village is located in Jagitial Rural Mandal, Jagitial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Polasa?
Polasa is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polasa?
The pincode of Polasa is 505529.
What is the population of Polasa?
Polasa had a total population of 5,149, including 2,568 males and 2,581 females.
How many households are there in Polasa?
Polasa had 1,192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polasa was 61.92%. Male literacy was 73.00% and female literacy was 51.13%.