Utkur - Alampur, Jogulamba Gadwal
Utkur is a village situated in the Alampur mandal of Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Alampur and around 130 km from Mahbubnagar. Utkoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utkur is 576432. The village covers a total geographical area of 1842 hectares and falls under the 509152 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Utkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Utkur
As per Census 2011, Utkur village has a total population of 887 people, consisting of 464 males and 423 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 440 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Utkur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 887 | 464 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 174 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 270 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 194 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Utkur
Utkur 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 Utkur
Utkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Utkur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kurnool to Utkur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Utkur is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Utkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Utkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Utkur
Where is Utkur located?
Utkur village is located in Alampur Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Utkur is Utkoor.
What is the pincode of Utkur?
The pincode of Utkur is 509152.
What is the population of Utkur?
Utkur has a total population of 887, including 464 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Utkur?
There are 228 households in Utkur.
What is the literacy rate in Utkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utkur is 49.61%. Male literacy is 58.19% and female literacy is 40.19%.