Velgatoor - Mendora, Nizamabad
Velgatoor is a village situated in the Mendora mandal of Nizamabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 17 km from Balkonda and around 55 km from Nizamabad. Nadimi Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velgatoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velgatoor is 570797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1212 hectares and falls under the 503219 pincode. Armur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Velgatoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velgatoor
As per Census 2011, Velgatoor village has a total population of 3,314 people, consisting of 1,610 males and 1,704 females. The village has 830 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,719 literate and 1,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 388 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 650 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velgatoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,314 | 1,610 | 1,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 189 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 183 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 650 | 315 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,719 | 1,004 | 715 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,595 | 606 | 989 |
Transport and Connectivity of Velgatoor
Velgatoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Velgatoor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Armur to Velgatoor is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Velgatoor 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 Velgatoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velgatoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velgatoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velgatoor 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 Velgatoor
Where is Velgatoor located?
Velgatoor village is located in Mendora Mandal, Nizamabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velgatoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Velgatoor is Nadimi Thanda.
What is the pincode of Velgatoor?
The pincode of Velgatoor is 503219.
What is the population of Velgatoor?
Velgatoor has a total population of 3,314, including 1,610 males and 1,704 females.
How many households are there in Velgatoor?
There are 830 households in Velgatoor.
What is the literacy rate in Velgatoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velgatoor is 51.87%. Male literacy is 62.36% and female literacy is 41.96%.