Engal - Chandurthi, Rajanna Sircilla
Engal is a village situated in the Chandurthi mandal of Rajanna Sircilla district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Chandurthi and around 50 km from Karimnagar. Engal village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Engal is 572168. The village covers a total geographical area of 1243 hectares and falls under the 505403 pincode. Sircilla is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Engal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Engal
According to the 2011 Census, Engal village had a total population of 2,214 people, including 1,095 males and 1,119 females, living in 571 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.25%, with male literacy at 69.36% and female literacy at 47.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 553, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 2,214 | 1,095 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 106 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 269 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 686 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 409 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Engal
Engal 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 Engal
Engal 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 Sircilla to Engal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Engal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Engal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Engal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Engal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Engal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Engal
Where is Engal located?
Engal village is located in Chandurthi Mandal, Rajanna Sircilla district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Engal?
Engal is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Engal?
The pincode of Engal is 505403.
What is the population of Engal?
Engal had a total population of 2,214, including 1,095 males and 1,119 females.
How many households are there in Engal?
Engal had 571 households.
What is the literacy rate in Engal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Engal was 58.25%. Male literacy was 69.36% and female literacy was 47.63%.