Salkerpet - Gandeed, Mahabubnagar
Salkerpet is a village situated in the Gandeed mandal of Mahabubnagar district, Telangana. It is located approximately 2 km from Gandeed and around 117 km from Hyderabad. Rangareddy Palle serves as the Grama Panchayat for Salkerpet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkerpet is 574577. The village covers a total geographical area of 1060 hectares and falls under the 509337 pincode. Mahbubnagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Salkerpet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salkerpet
According to the 2011 Census, Salkerpet village had a total population of 3,417 people, including 1,739 males and 1,678 females, living in 708 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.63%, with male literacy at 67.23% and female literacy at 47.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 903, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 3,417 | 1,739 | 1,678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 204 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 903 | 455 | 448 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 1,032 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,683 | 707 | 976 |
Nearby Villages of Salkerpet
Salkerpet 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 Salkerpet
Salkerpet 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 Mahbubnagar to Salkerpet is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hyderabad to Salkerpet is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkerpet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkerpet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salkerpet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salkerpet 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salkerpet
Where is Salkerpet located?
Salkerpet village is located in Gandeed Mandal, Mahabubnagar district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Salkerpet?
The Grama Panchayat of Salkerpet is Rangareddy Palle.
What is the pincode of Salkerpet?
The pincode of Salkerpet is 509337.
What is the population of Salkerpet?
Salkerpet had a total population of 3,417, including 1,739 males and 1,678 females.
How many households are there in Salkerpet?
Salkerpet had 708 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkerpet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkerpet was 57.63%. Male literacy was 67.23% and female literacy was 47.63%.