Rakonda - Telkapally, Nagarkurnool
Rakonda is a village situated in the Telkapally mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 3 km from Telkapalle and around 70 km from Mahbubnagar. Rakonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakonda is 575682. The village covers a total geographical area of 1256 hectares and falls under the 509385 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Rakonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rakonda
As per Census 2011, Rakonda village has a total population of 1,689 people, consisting of 837 males and 852 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 752 literate and 937 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rakonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,689 | 837 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 230 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 444 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 393 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Rakonda
Rakonda 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 Rakonda
Rakonda 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 Rakonda is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Rakonda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rakonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rakonda
Where is Rakonda located?
Rakonda village is located in Telkapally Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakonda?
Rakonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rakonda?
The pincode of Rakonda is 509385.
What is the population of Rakonda?
Rakonda has a total population of 1,689, including 837 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Rakonda?
There are 386 households in Rakonda.
What is the literacy rate in Rakonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakonda is 44.52%. Male literacy is 53.05% and female literacy is 36.15%.