Ponakal - Jannaram, Mancherial
Ponakal is a village situated in the Jannaram mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 2 km from Jannaram and around 96 km from Adilabad. Lingaiahpelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponakal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponakal is 570023. The village covers a total geographical area of 1031 hectares and falls under the 504205 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Ponakal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ponakal
As per Census 2011, Ponakal village has a total population of 8,320 people, consisting of 4,118 males and 4,202 females. The village has 2,044 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 877 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,292 literate and 3,028 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,580 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 615 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponakal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,320 | 4,118 | 4,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 877 | 438 | 439 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,580 | 737 | 843 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 321 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 5,292 | 2,965 | 2,327 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,028 | 1,153 | 1,875 |
Nearby Villages of Ponakal
Ponakal 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 Ponakal
Ponakal 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 Mancherial to Ponakal is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Ponakal is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponakal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponakal 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 Ponakal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponakal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Ponakal
Where is Ponakal located?
Ponakal village is located in Jannaram Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponakal?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponakal is Lingaiahpelli.
What is the pincode of Ponakal?
The pincode of Ponakal is 504205.
What is the population of Ponakal?
Ponakal has a total population of 8,320, including 4,118 males and 4,202 females.
How many households are there in Ponakal?
There are 2,044 households in Ponakal.
What is the literacy rate in Ponakal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponakal is 63.61%. Male literacy is 72.00% and female literacy is 55.38%.