Bikkanguda - Dandepally, Mancherial
Bikkanguda is a village situated in the Dandepally mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 9 km from Dandepalle and around 111 km from Adilabad. Laxmikantapur serves as the Grama Panchayat for Bikkanguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bikkanguda is 570471. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 504206 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bikkanguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bikkanguda
According to the 2011 Census, Bikkanguda village had a total population of 461 people, including 226 males and 235 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.76%, with male literacy at 58.33% and female literacy at 41.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 461 | 226 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 86 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 119 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 107 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Bikkanguda
Bikkanguda 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 Bikkanguda
Bikkanguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mancherial to Bikkanguda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Bikkanguda is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bikkanguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bikkanguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bikkanguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bikkanguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bikkanguda
Where is Bikkanguda located?
Bikkanguda village is located in Dandepally Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Bikkanguda?
The Grama Panchayat of Bikkanguda is Laxmikantapur.
What is the pincode of Bikkanguda?
The pincode of Bikkanguda is 504206.
What is the population of Bikkanguda?
Bikkanguda had a total population of 461, including 226 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Bikkanguda?
Bikkanguda had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bikkanguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bikkanguda was 49.76%. Male literacy was 58.33% and female literacy was 41.43%.