Pulkal - Bichkunda, Kamareddy
Pulkal is a village situated in the Bichkunda mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from Bichkunda and around 68 km from Nizamabad. Pulkal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulkal is 571141. The village covers a total geographical area of 3384 hectares and falls under the 503306 pincode. Bodhan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pulkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pulkal
As per Census 2011, Pulkal village has a total population of 5,091 people, consisting of 2,488 males and 2,603 females. The village has 1,208 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 662 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,057 literate and 3,034 illiterate residents. Additionally, 596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 481 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pulkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,091 | 2,488 | 2,603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 319 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 272 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 242 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 2,057 | 1,190 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,034 | 1,298 | 1,736 |
Nearby Villages of Pulkal
Pulkal 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 Pulkal
Pulkal 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodhan to Pulkal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Pulkal is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pulkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulkal 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 Pulkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pulkal
Where is Pulkal located?
Pulkal village is located in Bichkunda Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulkal?
Pulkal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pulkal?
The pincode of Pulkal is 503306.
What is the population of Pulkal?
Pulkal has a total population of 5,091, including 2,488 males and 2,603 females.
How many households are there in Pulkal?
There are 1,208 households in Pulkal.
What is the literacy rate in Pulkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulkal is 40.40%. Male literacy is 47.83% and female literacy is 33.31%.