Vemkal - Pentlavelli, Nagarkurnool
Vemkal is a village situated in the Pentlavelli mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 12 km from Kollapur and around 105 km from Mahbubnagar. Malleshwaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vemkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vemkal is 576369. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 509105 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Vemkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vemkal
As per Census 2011, Vemkal village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 171 males and 166 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 95 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vemkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 78 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 93 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Vemkal
Vemkal 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 Vemkal
Vemkal 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 | 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 Vemkal is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Vemkal 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 Vemkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vemkal 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 Vemkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vemkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vemkal
Where is Vemkal located?
Vemkal village is located in Pentlavelli Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vemkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vemkal is Malleshwaram.
What is the pincode of Vemkal?
The pincode of Vemkal is 509105.
What is the population of Vemkal?
Vemkal has a total population of 337, including 171 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Vemkal?
There are 87 households in Vemkal.
What is the literacy rate in Vemkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vemkal is 35.91%. Male literacy is 45.61% and female literacy is 25.90%.