Konkala - Waddepally, Jogulamba Gadwal
Konkala is a village situated in the Waddepally mandal of Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 9 km from Waddepally and around 145 km from Mahbubnagar. Konkal serves as the Grama Panchayat for Konkala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konkala is 576383. The village covers a total geographical area of 1479 hectares and falls under the 509126 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Konkala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konkala
According to the 2011 Census, Konkala village had a total population of 4,206 people, including 2,119 males and 2,087 females, living in 931 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.00%, with male literacy at 63.14% and female literacy at 38.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 680, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 4,206 | 2,119 | 2,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 258 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 680 | 365 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,882 | 1,175 | 707 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,324 | 944 | 1,380 |
Nearby Villages of Konkala
Konkala 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 Konkala
Konkala 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 Konkala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Konkala is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Konkala is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konkala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konkala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Konkala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konkala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konkala
Where is Konkala located?
Konkala village is located in Waddepally Mandal, Jogulamba Gadwal district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Konkala?
The Grama Panchayat of Konkala is Konkal.
What is the pincode of Konkala?
The pincode of Konkala is 509126.
What is the population of Konkala?
Konkala had a total population of 4,206, including 2,119 males and 2,087 females.
How many households are there in Konkala?
Konkala had 931 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konkala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konkala was 51.00%. Male literacy was 63.14% and female literacy was 38.66%.