Palem - Bijinapally, Nagarkurnool
Palem is a village situated in the Bijinapally mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from Bijinapalle and around 37 km from Mahbubnagar. Palem village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palem is 575754. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 509215 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palem
According to the 2011 Census, Palem village had a total population of 4,511 people, including 2,294 males and 2,217 females, living in 1,035 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.80%, with male literacy at 79.13% and female literacy at 55.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 920, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 65.
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 | 4,511 | 2,294 | 2,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 210 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 920 | 453 | 467 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 49 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,762 | 1,649 | 1,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,749 | 645 | 1,104 |
Nearby Villages of Palem
Palem 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
Palem 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wanaparthy to Palem is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Palem is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palem 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 Palem
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palem
Where is Palem located?
Palem village is located in Bijinapally Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Palem?
Palem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palem?
The pincode of Palem is 509215.
What is the population of Palem?
Palem had a total population of 4,511, including 2,294 males and 2,217 females.
How many households are there in Palem?
Palem had 1,035 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palem was 67.80%. Male literacy was 79.13% and female literacy was 55.93%.