Veltur - Uppununthala, Nagarkurnool
Veltur is a village situated in the Uppununthala mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 15 km from Uppununthala and around 103 km from Mahbubnagar. Veltoor serves as the Grama Panchayat for Veltur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veltur is 575665. The village covers a total geographical area of 1787 hectares and falls under the 509376 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Veltur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Veltur
According to the 2011 Census, Veltur village had a total population of 3,210 people, including 1,613 males and 1,597 females, living in 736 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.84%, with male literacy at 65.26% and female literacy at 40.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 629.
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 | 3,210 | 1,613 | 1,597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 211 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 260 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 629 | 309 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 1,486 | 915 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,724 | 698 | 1,026 |
Nearby Villages of Veltur
Veltur 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 Veltur
Veltur 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 Veltur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Veltur is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veltur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veltur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veltur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veltur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Veltur
Where is Veltur located?
Veltur village is located in Uppununthala Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Veltur?
The Grama Panchayat of Veltur is Veltoor.
What is the pincode of Veltur?
The pincode of Veltur is 509376.
What is the population of Veltur?
Veltur had a total population of 3,210, including 1,613 males and 1,597 females.
How many households are there in Veltur?
Veltur had 736 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veltur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veltur was 52.84%. Male literacy was 65.26% and female literacy was 40.50%.