Dowdepalle - Luxettipet, Mancherial
Dowdepalle is a village situated in the Luxettipet mandal of Mancherial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 11 km from Luxettipet and around 139 km from Adilabad. Dowdepalle village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dowdepalle is 570570. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 504215 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Dowdepalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dowdepalle
According to the 2011 Census, Dowdepalle village had a total population of 1,740 people, including 843 males and 897 females, living in 463 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.27%, with male literacy at 72.79% and female literacy at 52.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 539, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,740 | 843 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 273 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 567 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 276 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Dowdepalle
Dowdepalle 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 Dowdepalle
Dowdepalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dowdepalle is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Dowdepalle is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dowdepalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dowdepalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dowdepalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dowdepalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dowdepalle
Where is Dowdepalle located?
Dowdepalle village is located in Luxettipet Mandal, Mancherial district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Dowdepalle?
Dowdepalle is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dowdepalle?
The pincode of Dowdepalle is 504215.
What is the population of Dowdepalle?
Dowdepalle had a total population of 1,740, including 843 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Dowdepalle?
Dowdepalle had 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dowdepalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dowdepalle was 62.27%. Male literacy was 72.79% and female literacy was 52.36%.