Old Pochampad - Soan, Nirmal
Old Pochampad is a village situated in the Soan mandal of Nirmal district, Telangana. It is located approximately 16 km from Nirmal and around 96 km from Adilabad. Old Pochampad village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Old Pochampad is 570366. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 504105 pincode. Nirmal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Old Pochampad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Old Pochampad
According to the 2011 Census, Old Pochampad village had a total population of 876 people, including 172 males and 704 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 4,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.02%, with male literacy at 64.08% and female literacy at 88.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 519, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 876 | 172 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 30 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 40 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 8 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 91 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 81 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Old Pochampad
Old Pochampad 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 Old Pochampad
Old Pochampad 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nirmal to Old Pochampad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Old Pochampad is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Old Pochampad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Old Pochampad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Old Pochampad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Old Pochampad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Old Pochampad
Where is Old Pochampad located?
Old Pochampad village is located in Soan Mandal, Nirmal district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Old Pochampad?
Old Pochampad is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Old Pochampad?
The pincode of Old Pochampad is 504105.
What is the population of Old Pochampad?
Old Pochampad had a total population of 876, including 172 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Old Pochampad?
Old Pochampad had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Old Pochampad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Old Pochampad was 84.02%. Male literacy was 64.08% and female literacy was 88.32%.