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)
As per Census 2011, Pothangal (Khurd) village has a total population of 860 people, consisting of 408 males and 452 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 416 literate and 444 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pothangal (Khurd) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 860 | 408 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| 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) has a total population of 860, including 408 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Pothangal (Khurd)?
There are 206 households in Pothangal (Khurd).
What is the literacy rate in Pothangal (Khurd)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothangal (Khurd) is 48.37%. Male literacy is 57.11% and female literacy is 40.49%.