Palem - Morthad, Nizamabad
Palem is a village situated in the Morthad mandal of Nizamabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Morthad and around 51 km from Nizamabad. Palem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palem is 570818. The village covers a total geographical area of 1660 hectares and falls under the 503225 pincode. Armur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palem
As per Census 2011, Palem village has a total population of 3,177 people, consisting of 1,588 males and 1,589 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,865 literate and 1,312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 672 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,177 | 1,588 | 1,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 137 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 672 | 346 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,865 | 1,112 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,312 | 476 | 836 |
Nearby Villages of Palem
Palem 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 Palem
Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Palem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Armur to Palem is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Palem is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palem 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 Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palem 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palem
Where is Palem located?
Palem village is located in Morthad Mandal, Nizamabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palem?
Palem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palem?
The pincode of Palem is 503225.
What is the population of Palem?
Palem has a total population of 3,177, including 1,588 males and 1,589 females.
How many households are there in Palem?
There are 803 households in Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palem is 58.70%. Male literacy is 70.03% and female literacy is 47.39%.