Palem - Nakrekal, Nalgonda
Palem is a village situated in the Nakrekal mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakrekal and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nalgonda. Palem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palem is 576918. The village covers a total geographical area of 950 hectares and falls under the 508211 pincode. Suryapet is the nearest town, located about 31 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 1,658 people, consisting of 843 males and 815 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,658 | 843 | 815 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 84 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 317 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 558 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 285 | 452 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suryapet to Palem is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Palem is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palem
Where is Palem located?
Palem village is located in Nakrekal 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 508211.
What is the population of Palem?
Palem has a total population of 1,658, including 843 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in Palem?
There are 427 households in Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palem is 55.55%. Male literacy is 66.19% and female literacy is 44.54%.