Garepalle - Kataram, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Garepalle is a village situated in the Kataram mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Kataram and around 108 km from Karimnagar. Kataram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garepalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garepalle is 571839. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 505503 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Garepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garepalle
According to the 2011 Census, Garepalle village had a total population of 4,291 people, including 2,194 males and 2,097 females, living in 1,083 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.45%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 66.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,035, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 4,291 | 2,194 | 2,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 252 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,035 | 524 | 511 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 2,861 | 1,589 | 1,272 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,430 | 605 | 825 |
Nearby Villages of Garepalle
Garepalle 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 Garepalle
Garepalle 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 | No | Available within >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 Garepalle is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Garepalle is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garepalle 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 Garepalle
Where is Garepalle located?
Garepalle village is located in Kataram Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garepalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Garepalle is Kataram.
What is the pincode of Garepalle?
The pincode of Garepalle is 505503.
What is the population of Garepalle?
Garepalle had a total population of 4,291, including 2,194 males and 2,097 females.
How many households are there in Garepalle?
Garepalle had 1,083 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garepalle was 74.45%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 66.91%.