Ponkur - Sarangapur, Nirmal
Ponkur is a village situated in the Sarangapur mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from Sarangapur and around 105 km from Adilabad. Lingapur Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ponkur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ponkur is 570075. The village covers a total geographical area of 1264 hectares and falls under the 504110 pincode. Nirmal is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ponkur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ponkur
As per Census 2011, Ponkur village has a total population of 2,575 people, consisting of 1,231 males and 1,344 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 1,301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 828 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponkur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,575 | 1,231 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 165 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 828 | 401 | 427 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 708 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,301 | 523 | 778 |
Nearby Villages of Ponkur
Ponkur 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 Ponkur
Ponkur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nirmal to Ponkur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Ponkur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ponkur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponkur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ponkur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponkur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ponkur
Where is Ponkur located?
Ponkur village is located in Sarangapur Mandal, Nirmal district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ponkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ponkur is Lingapur Thanda.
What is the pincode of Ponkur?
The pincode of Ponkur is 504110.
What is the population of Ponkur?
Ponkur has a total population of 2,575, including 1,231 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Ponkur?
There are 509 households in Ponkur.
What is the literacy rate in Ponkur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponkur is 49.48%. Male literacy is 57.51% and female literacy is 42.11%.