Paleru - Kusumanchi, Khammam
Paleru is a village situated in the Kusumanchi mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusumanchi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Kothuru serves as the Grama Panchayat for Paleru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paleru is 579638. The village covers a total geographical area of 1613 hectares and falls under the 507157 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Paleru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palair Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paleru
According to the 2011 Census, Paleru village had a total population of 5,143 people, including 2,625 males and 2,518 females, living in 1,204 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.19%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 58.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 884, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,476.
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 | 5,143 | 2,625 | 2,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 241 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 444 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,476 | 771 | 705 |
| Literate Population | 3,221 | 1,887 | 1,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,922 | 738 | 1,184 |
Nearby Villages of Paleru
Paleru 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 Paleru
Paleru 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Paleru is about 26 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 Paleru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paleru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paleru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paleru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paleru
Where is Paleru located?
Paleru village is located in Kusumanchi Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Paleru?
The Grama Panchayat of Paleru is Kothuru.
What is the pincode of Paleru?
The pincode of Paleru is 507157.
What is the population of Paleru?
Paleru had a total population of 5,143, including 2,625 males and 2,518 females.
How many households are there in Paleru?
Paleru had 1,204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paleru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paleru was 69.19%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 58.74%.