Velgatur - Velgatur, Jagitial
Velgatur is a village situated in the Velgatur mandal of Jagitial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 51 km from Karimnagar. Kotilingala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velgatur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velgatur is 571713. The village covers a total geographical area of 2473 hectares and falls under the 505526 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Velgatur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velgatur
As per Census 2011, Velgatur village has a total population of 4,463 people, consisting of 2,248 males and 2,215 females. The village has 1,218 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,458 literate and 2,005 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velgatur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,463 | 2,248 | 2,215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 190 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 362 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 45 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,458 | 1,418 | 1,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,005 | 830 | 1,175 |
Nearby Villages of Velgatur
Velgatur 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 Velgatur
Velgatur 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 Ramagundam to Velgatur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Velgatur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velgatur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velgatur 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 Velgatur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velgatur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velgatur
Where is Velgatur located?
Velgatur village is located in Velgatur Mandal, Jagitial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velgatur?
The Gram Panchayat of Velgatur is Kotilingala.
What is the pincode of Velgatur?
The pincode of Velgatur is 505526.
What is the population of Velgatur?
Velgatur has a total population of 4,463, including 2,248 males and 2,215 females.
How many households are there in Velgatur?
There are 1,218 households in Velgatur.
What is the literacy rate in Velgatur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velgatur is 55.08%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 46.95%.