Penjerla - Kothur, Ranga Reddy
Penjerla is a village situated in the Kothur mandal of Ranga Reddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Kothur and around 60 km from Mahbubnagar. Penjerla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penjerla is 575221. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273 hectares and falls under the 509228 pincode. Mahbubnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Penjerla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Penjerla
As per Census 2011, Penjerla village has a total population of 2,526 people, consisting of 1,271 males and 1,255 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,298 literate and 1,228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 599 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penjerla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,526 | 1,271 | 1,255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 599 | 294 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,298 | 764 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,228 | 507 | 721 |
Nearby Villages of Penjerla
Penjerla 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 Penjerla
Penjerla 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 Penjerla.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahbubnagar to Penjerla is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penjerla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penjerla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Penjerla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penjerla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Penjerla
Where is Penjerla located?
Penjerla village is located in Kothur Mandal, Ranga Reddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penjerla?
Penjerla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Penjerla?
The pincode of Penjerla is 509228.
What is the population of Penjerla?
Penjerla has a total population of 2,526, including 1,271 males and 1,255 females.
How many households are there in Penjerla?
There are 591 households in Penjerla.
What is the literacy rate in Penjerla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penjerla is 51.39%. Male literacy is 60.11% and female literacy is 42.55%.