Salkarpet - Bijinapally, Nagarkurnool
Salkarpet is a village situated in the Bijinapally mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 11 km from Bijinapalle and around 45 km from Mahbubnagar. Salkarpet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkarpet is 575765. The village covers a total geographical area of 937 hectares and falls under the 509235 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salkarpet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salkarpet
As per Census 2011, Salkarpet village has a total population of 2,233 people, consisting of 1,102 males and 1,131 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 748 literate and 1,485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salkarpet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,233 | 1,102 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 150 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 211 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 470 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 632 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Salkarpet
Salkarpet 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 Salkarpet
Salkarpet 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 Wanaparthy to Salkarpet is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Salkarpet is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkarpet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkarpet 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salkarpet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salkarpet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salkarpet
Where is Salkarpet located?
Salkarpet village is located in Bijinapally Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkarpet?
Salkarpet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salkarpet?
The pincode of Salkarpet is 509235.
What is the population of Salkarpet?
Salkarpet has a total population of 2,233, including 1,102 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Salkarpet?
There are 490 households in Salkarpet.
What is the literacy rate in Salkarpet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkarpet is 33.50%. Male literacy is 42.65% and female literacy is 24.58%.