Pothangal (Khurd) - Gandhari, Kamareddy
Pothangal (Khurd) is a village situated in the Gandhari mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Gandhari and around 45 km from Nizamabad. Pothangal Kl serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pothangal (Khurd) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothangal (Khurd) is 571355. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 503114 pincode. Kamareddy is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pothangal (Khurd) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothangal (Khurd)
According to the 2011 Census, Pothangal (Khurd) village had a total population of 860 people, including 408 males and 452 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.13%, with male literacy at 64.01% and female literacy at 43.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 860 | 408 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 233 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 175 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Pothangal (Khurd)
Pothangal (Khurd) 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 Pothangal (Khurd)
Pothangal (Khurd) 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 Pothangal (Khurd) is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Pothangal (Khurd) is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothangal (Khurd)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothangal (Khurd) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pothangal (Khurd)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothangal (Khurd) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pothangal (Khurd)
Where is Pothangal (Khurd) located?
Pothangal (Khurd) village is located in Gandhari Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothangal (Khurd)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothangal (Khurd) is Pothangal Kl.
What is the pincode of Pothangal (Khurd)?
The pincode of Pothangal (Khurd) is 503114.
What is the population of Pothangal (Khurd)?
Pothangal (Khurd) had a total population of 860, including 408 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Pothangal (Khurd)?
Pothangal (Khurd) had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothangal (Khurd)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothangal (Khurd) was 53.13%. Male literacy was 64.01% and female literacy was 43.68%.