Pankena - Palimela, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Pankena is a village situated in the Palimela mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 34 km from Mahadevpur and around 147 km from Karimnagar. Pankena village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pankena is 571883. The village covers a total geographical area of 1930 hectares and falls under the 505504 pincode. Ramagundam is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Pankena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pankena
As per Census 2011, Pankena village has a total population of 1,226 people, consisting of 589 males and 637 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pankena are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 589 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 288 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 255 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 334 | 470 |
Nearby Villages of Pankena
Pankena 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 Pankena
Pankena 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 Pankena is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Pankena is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pankena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pankena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pankena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pankena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pankena
Where is Pankena located?
Pankena village is located in Palimela Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pankena?
Pankena is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pankena?
The pincode of Pankena is 505504.
What is the population of Pankena?
Pankena has a total population of 1,226, including 589 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Pankena?
There are 289 households in Pankena.
What is the literacy rate in Pankena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pankena is 34.42%. Male literacy is 43.29% and female literacy is 26.22%.