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
According to the 2011 Census, Palem village had a total population of 1,113 people, including 540 males and 573 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.88%, with male literacy at 63.16% and female literacy at 43.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 407.
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 | 1,113 | 540 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 198 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,113, including 540 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Palem?
Palem had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palem was 52.88%. Male literacy was 63.16% and female literacy was 43.39%.