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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Utkur village had a total population of 887 people, including 464 males and 423 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.77%, with male literacy at 66.34% and female literacy at 44.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 344.
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 | 887 | 464 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 57 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 174 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Utkur?
The Grama Panchayat of Utkur is Utkoor.
What is the pincode of Utkur?
The pincode of Utkur is 509152.
What is the population of Utkur?
Utkur had a total population of 887, including 464 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Utkur?
Utkur had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utkur was 55.77%. Male literacy was 66.34% and female literacy was 44.50%.