Velchal - Tekumatla, Jayashankar Bhupalapally
Velchal is a village situated in the Tekumatla mandal of Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Chityal and around 80 km from Warangal. Peddampally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velchal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velchal is 577801. The village covers a total geographical area of 1134 hectares and falls under the 506356 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Velchal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velchal
According to the 2011 Census, Velchal village had a total population of 1,777 people, including 860 males and 917 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.80%, with male literacy at 64.15% and female literacy at 48.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 370, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 1,777 | 860 | 917 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 174 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 501 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 873 | 359 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Velchal
Velchal 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 Velchal
Velchal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Warangal to Velchal is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Warangal to Velchal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velchal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velchal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velchal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velchal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velchal
Where is Velchal located?
Velchal village is located in Tekumatla Mandal, Jayashankar Bhupalapally district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velchal?
The Gram Panchayat of Velchal is Peddampally.
What is the pincode of Velchal?
The pincode of Velchal is 506356.
What is the population of Velchal?
Velchal had a total population of 1,777, including 860 males and 917 females.
How many households are there in Velchal?
Velchal had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velchal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velchal was 55.80%. Male literacy was 64.15% and female literacy was 48.03%.