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. Eeratvanipally serves as the Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Veltur village has a total population of 3,210 people, consisting of 1,613 males and 1,597 females. The village has 736 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,486 literate and 1,724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 629 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veltur are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Veltur?
The Gram Panchayat of Veltur is Eeratvanipally.
What is the pincode of Veltur?
The pincode of Veltur is 509376.
What is the population of Veltur?
Veltur has a total population of 3,210, including 1,613 males and 1,597 females.
How many households are there in Veltur?
There are 736 households in Veltur.
What is the literacy rate in Veltur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veltur is 46.29%. Male literacy is 56.73% and female literacy is 35.75%.