Gadkole - Sirikonda, Nizamabad
Gadkole is a village situated in the Sirikonda mandal of Nizamabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 7 km from Sirkonda and around 52 km from Nizamabad. Gadkole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadkole is 571272. The village covers a total geographical area of 1489 hectares and falls under the 503165 pincode. Armur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gadkole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadkole
As per Census 2011, Gadkole village has a total population of 3,338 people, consisting of 1,644 males and 1,694 females. The village has 840 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,737 literate and 1,601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadkole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,338 | 1,644 | 1,694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 296 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 136 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 1,037 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,601 | 607 | 994 |
Nearby Villages of Gadkole
Gadkole 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 Gadkole
Gadkole 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 Gadkole.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadkole is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nizamabad to Gadkole is about 52 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 Gadkole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadkole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadkole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadkole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gadkole
Where is Gadkole located?
Gadkole village is located in Sirikonda Mandal, Nizamabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadkole?
Gadkole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadkole?
The pincode of Gadkole is 503165.
What is the population of Gadkole?
Gadkole has a total population of 3,338, including 1,644 males and 1,694 females.
How many households are there in Gadkole?
There are 840 households in Gadkole.
What is the literacy rate in Gadkole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadkole is 52.04%. Male literacy is 63.08% and female literacy is 41.32%.