Velmaguda - Peddavoora, Nalgonda
Velmaguda is a village situated in the Peddavoora mandal of Nalgonda district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peddavoora and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nalgonda. Basirddypally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velmaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velmaguda is 577384. The village covers a total geographical area of 2431 hectares and falls under the 508266 pincode. Miryalaguda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Velmaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velmaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Velmaguda village had a total population of 2,501 people, including 1,276 males and 1,225 females, living in 612 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.48%, with male literacy at 66.40% and female literacy at 44.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 541, 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 | 2,501 | 1,276 | 1,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 142 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 273 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 753 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,266 | 523 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Velmaguda
Velmaguda 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 Velmaguda
Velmaguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Miryalaguda to Velmaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Velmaguda is about 55 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 Velmaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velmaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velmaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velmaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velmaguda
Where is Velmaguda located?
Velmaguda village is located in Peddavoora Mandal, Nalgonda district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velmaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Velmaguda is Basirddypally.
What is the pincode of Velmaguda?
The pincode of Velmaguda is 508266.
What is the population of Velmaguda?
Velmaguda had a total population of 2,501, including 1,276 males and 1,225 females.
How many households are there in Velmaguda?
Velmaguda had 612 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velmaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velmaguda was 55.48%. Male literacy was 66.40% and female literacy was 44.14%.