Billakal - Balmoor, Nagarkurnool
Billakal is a village situated in the Balmoor mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 11 km from Balmoor and around 105 km from Mahbubnagar. Laxmipally serves as the Grama Panchayat for Billakal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billakal is 576101. The village covers a total geographical area of 3176 hectares and falls under the 509401 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Billakal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Billakal
According to the 2011 Census, Billakal village had a total population of 1,084 people, including 550 males and 534 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.89%, with male literacy at 56.84% and female literacy at 32.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 1,084 | 550 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 106 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 270 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 280 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Billakal
Billakal 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 Billakal
Billakal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Wanaparthy to Billakal is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Billakal is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billakal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billakal 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 Billakal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billakal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Billakal
Where is Billakal located?
Billakal village is located in Balmoor Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Billakal?
The Grama Panchayat of Billakal is Laxmipally.
What is the pincode of Billakal?
The pincode of Billakal is 509401.
What is the population of Billakal?
Billakal had a total population of 1,084, including 550 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Billakal?
Billakal had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Billakal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billakal was 44.89%. Male literacy was 56.84% and female literacy was 32.91%.