Algaon - Kotapally, Mancherial
Algaon is a village situated in the Kotapally mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 17 km from Kotapalle and around 244 km from Adilabad. Algaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Algaon is 570539. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255 hectares and falls under the 504201 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Algaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Algaon
As per Census 2011, Algaon village has a total population of 1,643 people, consisting of 891 males and 752 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 924 literate and 719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,098 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 183 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Algaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,643 | 891 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,098 | 610 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 102 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 597 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 294 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Algaon
Algaon 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 Algaon
Algaon 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 Algaon is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Algaon is about 244 km, with the usual travel time around ~7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Algaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Algaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Algaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Algaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Algaon
Where is Algaon located?
Algaon village is located in Kotapally Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Algaon?
Algaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Algaon?
The pincode of Algaon is 504201.
What is the population of Algaon?
Algaon has a total population of 1,643, including 891 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Algaon?
There are 433 households in Algaon.
What is the literacy rate in Algaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Algaon is 56.24%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 43.48%.