Garnekunta - Peddavoora, Nalgonda
Garnekunta is a village situated in the Peddavoora mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peddavoora and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Nalgonda. Garnekunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garnekunta is 577383. The village covers a total geographical area of 607 hectares and falls under the 508266 pincode. Miryalaguda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Garnekunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garnekunta
As per Census 2011, Garnekunta village has a total population of 1,287 people, consisting of 637 males and 650 females. The village has 321 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 583 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garnekunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 637 | 650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 85 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 146 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 346 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 291 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Garnekunta
Garnekunta 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 Garnekunta
Garnekunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Miryalaguda to Garnekunta is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Garnekunta is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garnekunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garnekunta 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garnekunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garnekunta 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Garnekunta
Where is Garnekunta located?
Garnekunta village is located in Peddavoora Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garnekunta?
Garnekunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garnekunta?
The pincode of Garnekunta is 508266.
What is the population of Garnekunta?
Garnekunta has a total population of 1,287, including 637 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Garnekunta?
There are 321 households in Garnekunta.
What is the literacy rate in Garnekunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garnekunta is 45.30%. Male literacy is 54.32% and female literacy is 36.46%.