Dendukuru - Madhira, Khammam
Dendukuru is a village situated in the Madhira mandal of Khammam district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhira and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Khammam. Dendukuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dendukuru is 579860. The village covers a total geographical area of 2525 hectares and falls under the 507203 pincode. Khammam is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Dendukuru 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 Dendukuru
As per Census 2011, Dendukuru village has a total population of 4,215 people, consisting of 2,107 males and 2,108 females. The village has 1,237 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,340 literate and 1,875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dendukuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,215 | 2,107 | 2,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 211 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,108 | 560 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 2,340 | 1,300 | 1,040 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,875 | 807 | 1,068 |
Nearby Villages of Dendukuru
Dendukuru 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 Dendukuru
Dendukuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dendukuru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khammam to Dendukuru is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dendukuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dendukuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dendukuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dendukuru 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dendukuru
Where is Dendukuru located?
Dendukuru village is located in Madhira Mandal, Khammam district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dendukuru?
Dendukuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dendukuru?
The pincode of Dendukuru is 507203.
What is the population of Dendukuru?
Dendukuru has a total population of 4,215, including 2,107 males and 2,108 females.
How many households are there in Dendukuru?
There are 1,237 households in Dendukuru.
What is the literacy rate in Dendukuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dendukuru is 55.52%. Male literacy is 61.70% and female literacy is 49.34%.