Velgonda - Bijinapally, Nagarkurnool
Velgonda is a village situated in the Bijinapally mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Bijinapalle and around 30 km from Mahbubnagar. Velgonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velgonda is 575747. The village covers a total geographical area of 1501 hectares and falls under the 509203 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Velgonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velgonda
As per Census 2011, Velgonda village has a total population of 3,548 people, consisting of 1,814 males and 1,734 females. The village has 795 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 412 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,638 literate and 1,910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 912 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velgonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,548 | 1,814 | 1,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 203 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 912 | 460 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,638 | 1,008 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,910 | 806 | 1,104 |
Nearby Villages of Velgonda
Velgonda 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 Velgonda
Velgonda 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 | 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 Velgonda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Velgonda is about 30 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 Velgonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velgonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velgonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velgonda 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 Velgonda
Where is Velgonda located?
Velgonda village is located in Bijinapally Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velgonda?
Velgonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velgonda?
The pincode of Velgonda is 509203.
What is the population of Velgonda?
Velgonda has a total population of 3,548, including 1,814 males and 1,734 females.
How many households are there in Velgonda?
There are 795 households in Velgonda.
What is the literacy rate in Velgonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velgonda is 46.17%. Male literacy is 55.57% and female literacy is 36.33%.