Pedda Shekkarga - Madnoor, Kamareddy
Pedda Shekkarga is a village situated in the Madnoor mandal of Kamareddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Madnoor and around 110 km from Nizamabad. Shakkarga B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pedda Shekkarga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedda Shekkarga is 571048. The village covers a total geographical area of 1033 hectares and falls under the 503309 pincode. Degloor(maharastra) is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pedda Shekkarga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pedda Shekkarga
According to the 2011 Census, Pedda Shekkarga village had a total population of 2,202 people, including 1,121 males and 1,081 females, living in 473 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.64%, with male literacy at 69.95% and female literacy at 49.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 2,202 | 1,121 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 126 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 696 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 425 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Pedda Shekkarga
Pedda Shekkarga 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 Pedda Shekkarga
Pedda Shekkarga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Degloor(maharastra) to Pedda Shekkarga is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Pedda Shekkarga is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedda Shekkarga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedda Shekkarga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pedda Shekkarga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pedda Shekkarga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pedda Shekkarga
Where is Pedda Shekkarga located?
Pedda Shekkarga village is located in Madnoor Mandal, Kamareddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pedda Shekkarga?
The Gram Panchayat of Pedda Shekkarga is Shakkarga B.
What is the pincode of Pedda Shekkarga?
The pincode of Pedda Shekkarga is 503309.
What is the population of Pedda Shekkarga?
Pedda Shekkarga had a total population of 2,202, including 1,121 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Pedda Shekkarga?
Pedda Shekkarga had 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedda Shekkarga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedda Shekkarga was 59.64%. Male literacy was 69.95% and female literacy was 49.07%.