Pothugal - Shabad, Ranga Reddy
Pothugal is a village situated in the Shabad mandal of Ranga Reddy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Shabad and around 60 km from Hyderabad. Pothugal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothugal is 574711. The village covers a total geographical area of 565 hectares and falls under the 509217 pincode. Hyderabad is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pothugal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothugal
As per Census 2011, Pothugal village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 636 males and 617 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pothugal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 636 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 82 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 149 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 100 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 365 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 271 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Pothugal
Pothugal 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 Pothugal
Pothugal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hyderabad to Pothugal 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 Pothugal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothugal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pothugal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothugal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pothugal
Where is Pothugal located?
Pothugal village is located in Shabad Mandal, Ranga Reddy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothugal?
Pothugal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pothugal?
The pincode of Pothugal is 509217.
What is the population of Pothugal?
Pothugal has a total population of 1,253, including 636 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Pothugal?
There are 277 households in Pothugal.
What is the literacy rate in Pothugal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothugal is 50.20%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 42.79%.