Polkampet - Lingampet, Kamareddy
Polkampet is a village situated in the Lingampet mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 16 km from Lingampet and around 96 km from Nizamabad. Polkampet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polkampet is 571516. The village covers a total geographical area of 826 hectares and falls under the 503124 pincode. Medak is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Polkampet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polkampet
As per Census 2011, Polkampet village has a total population of 2,223 people, consisting of 1,052 males and 1,171 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 975 literate and 1,248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polkampet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,223 | 1,052 | 1,171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 117 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 166 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 583 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,248 | 469 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Polkampet
Polkampet 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 Polkampet
Polkampet 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 Medak to Polkampet is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Polkampet is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polkampet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polkampet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polkampet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polkampet 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Polkampet
Where is Polkampet located?
Polkampet village is located in Lingampet Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polkampet?
Polkampet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polkampet?
The pincode of Polkampet is 503124.
What is the population of Polkampet?
Polkampet has a total population of 2,223, including 1,052 males and 1,171 females.
How many households are there in Polkampet?
There are 537 households in Polkampet.
What is the literacy rate in Polkampet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polkampet is 43.86%. Male literacy is 55.42% and female literacy is 33.48%.