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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Palem village had a total population of 1,658 people, including 843 males and 815 females, living in 427 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.15%, with male literacy at 73.52% and female literacy at 50.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 621, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,658 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Palem?
Palem is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palem?
The pincode of Palem is 508211.
What is the population of Palem?
Palem had a total population of 1,658, including 843 males and 815 females.
How many households are there in Palem?
Palem had 427 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palem was 62.15%. Male literacy was 73.52% and female literacy was 50.21%.