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
As per Census 2011, Velmaguda village has a total population of 2,501 people, consisting of 1,276 males and 1,225 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,235 literate and 1,266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velmaguda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,501, including 1,276 males and 1,225 females.
How many households are there in Velmaguda?
There are 612 households in Velmaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Velmaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velmaguda is 49.38%. Male literacy is 59.01% and female literacy is 39.35%.