Palem (Z) - Venkatapuram, Mulugu
Palem (Z) is a village situated in the Venkatapuram mandal of Mulugu district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Venkatapuram and around 234 km from Khammam. Pathrapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palem (Z) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palem (Z) is 578787. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 507136 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Palem (Z) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palem (Z)
As per Census 2011, Palem (Z) village has a total population of 1,839 people, consisting of 908 males and 931 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 1,000 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,085 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palem (Z) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,839 | 908 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,085 | 538 | 547 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 478 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 430 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Palem (Z)
Palem (Z) 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 Palem (Z)
Palem (Z) 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manuguru to Palem (Z) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Palem (Z) is about 234 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palem (Z)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palem (Z) 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 Palem (Z)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palem (Z) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Palem (Z)
Where is Palem (Z) located?
Palem (Z) village is located in Venkatapuram Mandal, Mulugu district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palem (Z)?
The Gram Panchayat of Palem (Z) is Pathrapuram.
What is the pincode of Palem (Z)?
The pincode of Palem (Z) is 507136.
What is the population of Palem (Z)?
Palem (Z) has a total population of 1,839, including 908 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Palem (Z)?
There are 512 households in Palem (Z).
What is the literacy rate in Palem (Z)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palem (Z) is 45.62%. Male literacy is 52.64% and female literacy is 38.78%.