Velairpadu
Velairpadu is a Town and Mandal in Khammam District of Telangana. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Velairpadu Block (CD) is 04734. The total area of Velairpadu Mandal is 480 km². Velairpadu has a sex ratio of approximately 1078 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Velairpadu Mandal
Velairpadu Mandal has a total of 21 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Velairpadu Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chigurumamidi | Katkur | Palwancha (86 km) |
| 2 | Gundlavai | Medepalli | Palwancha (65 km) |
| 3 | Kacharam | Koida | Palwancha (95 km) |
| 4 | Kakisnoor | Koida | Palwancha (103 km) |
| 5 | Katukur | Katkur | Palwancha (92 km) |
| 6 | Koida | Koida | Palwancha (97 km) |
| 7 | Kothuru | Narlavaram | Palwancha (95 km) |
| 8 | Koyamadaram | Medepalli | Palwancha (60 km) |
| 9 | Lachapeta | Ramavaram | Palwancha (63 km) |
| 10 | Medapalle | Medepalli | Palwancha (80 km) |
| 11 | Narlavaram | Narlavaram | Palwancha (83 km) |
| 12 | Parentapalle | Koida | Palwancha (110 km) |
| 13 | Rallapudi | Medepalli | Palwancha (75 km) |
| 14 | Ramavaram | Ramavaram | Palwancha (80 km) |
| 15 | Repakagommu | Repakagommu | Palwancha (80 km) |
| 16 | Rudramkota | Rudramkota | Palwancha (88 km) |
| 17 | Siddaram | Katkur | Palwancha (90 km) |
| 18 | Tekupalle | Koida | Palwancha (99 km) |
| 19 | Tekuru | Katkur | Palwancha (100 km) |
| 20 | Thatukur | Thatkurgommu | Palwancha (82 km) |
| 21 | Tirumalapuram | Tirlapuram | Palwancha (80 km) |
Population of Velairpadu Mandal
The population profile of Velairpadu Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Velairpadu Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,882 | 22,882 | N/A |
| Male Population | 11,007 | 11,007 | N/A |
| Female Population | 11,875 | 11,875 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,472 | 2,472 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,244 | 1,244 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,228 | 1,228 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 10,227 | 10,227 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 5,439 | 5,439 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 4,788 | 4,788 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 12,655 | 12,655 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,568 | 5,568 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,087 | 7,087 | N/A |
| Total Households | 6,785 | 6,785 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 22,882 people. Includes nearly 11,007 males and 11,875 females. Rural population is about 22,882 people.
- There are around 2,472 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,244 boys and 1,228 girls.
- Literate population is about 10,227 people. Non-literate population is around 12,655 people.
- There are nearly 6,785 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Velairpadu Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,297 | 2,297 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,129 | 1,129 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,168 | 1,168 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 14,240 | 14,240 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 6,736 | 6,736 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 7,504 | 7,504 | N/A |
| Population Density | 48 / km² | 48 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Velairpadu Mandal is approximately 2,297 people, including 1,129 males and 1,168 females. Around 2,297 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Velairpadu Mandal is about 14,240 people, including 6,736 males and 7,504 females. Around 14,240 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 48 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 48 people per sq. km.