Garlapadu - Bonakal, Khammam
Garlapadu is a village situated in the Bonakal mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bonakal and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Garlapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garlapadu is 579832. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 507204 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Garlapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garlapadu
As per Census 2011, Garlapadu village has a total population of 602 people, consisting of 303 males and 299 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garlapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 303 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 140 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 169 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 134 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Garlapadu
Garlapadu 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 Garlapadu
Garlapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garlapadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Garlapadu is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garlapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garlapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Garlapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garlapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garlapadu
Where is Garlapadu located?
Garlapadu village is located in Bonakal Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garlapadu?
Garlapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garlapadu?
The pincode of Garlapadu is 507204.
What is the population of Garlapadu?
Garlapadu has a total population of 602, including 303 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Garlapadu?
There are 204 households in Garlapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Garlapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garlapadu is 48.50%. Male literacy is 55.78% and female literacy is 41.14%.