Petasangam - Gandhari, Kamareddy
Petasangam is a village situated in the Gandhari mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Gandhari and around 60 km from Nizamabad. Gudivenaka Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petasangam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petasangam is 571362. The village covers a total geographical area of 943 hectares and falls under the 503114 pincode. Kamareddy is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Petasangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petasangam
As per Census 2011, Petasangam village has a total population of 2,315 people, consisting of 1,147 males and 1,168 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,023 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 855 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petasangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,315 | 1,147 | 1,168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 156 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 855 | 415 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 617 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 530 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Petasangam
Petasangam 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 Petasangam
Petasangam 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamareddy to Petasangam is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Petasangam is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petasangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petasangam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Petasangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petasangam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Petasangam
Where is Petasangam located?
Petasangam village is located in Gandhari Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petasangam?
The Gram Panchayat of Petasangam is Gudivenaka Thanda.
What is the pincode of Petasangam?
The pincode of Petasangam is 503114.
What is the population of Petasangam?
Petasangam has a total population of 2,315, including 1,147 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Petasangam?
There are 505 households in Petasangam.
What is the literacy rate in Petasangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petasangam is 44.19%. Male literacy is 53.79% and female literacy is 34.76%.