Palem - Anumula, Nalgonda
Palem is a village situated in the Anumula mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anumula and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Nalgonda. Palem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palem is 577423. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 508377 pincode. Miryalaguda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palem
As per Census 2011, Palem village has a total population of 1,113 people, consisting of 540 males and 573 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 523 literate and 590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 540 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 198 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 300 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 240 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Palem
Palem 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 Palem
Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Miryalaguda to Palem is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Palem is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palem
Where is Palem located?
Palem village is located in Anumula Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palem?
Palem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palem?
The pincode of Palem is 508377.
What is the population of Palem?
Palem has a total population of 1,113, including 540 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Palem?
There are 290 households in Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palem is 46.99%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 38.92%.