Yelkapalle - Penchicalpet, Kumuram Bheem Asifabad
Yelkapalle is a village situated in the Penchicalpet mandal of Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 20 km from Bejjur and around 200 km from Adilabad. Yelkapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yelkapalle is 569424. The village covers a total geographical area of 1074 hectares and falls under the 504296 pincode. Kagaznagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Yelkapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Yelkapalle
As per Census 2011, Yelkapalle village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 846 males and 872 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yelkapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 846 | 872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 105 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 222 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 450 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 396 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Yelkapalle
Yelkapalle 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 Yelkapalle
Yelkapalle 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kagaznagar to Yelkapalle is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Yelkapalle is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yelkapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yelkapalle 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 Yelkapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yelkapalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yelkapalle
Where is Yelkapalle located?
Yelkapalle village is located in Penchicalpet Mandal, Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yelkapalle?
Yelkapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yelkapalle?
The pincode of Yelkapalle is 504296.
What is the population of Yelkapalle?
Yelkapalle has a total population of 1,718, including 846 males and 872 females.
How many households are there in Yelkapalle?
There are 441 households in Yelkapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Yelkapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yelkapalle is 46.16%. Male literacy is 53.19% and female literacy is 39.33%.