Velkatur - Siddipet Urban, Siddipet
Velkatur is a village situated in the Siddipet Urban mandal of Siddipet district, Telangana. It is located approximately 16 km from Nangnoor and around 145 km from Sangareddy. Velkatur village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velkatur is 573032. The village covers a total geographical area of 703 hectares and falls under the 502375 pincode. Siddipet is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Velkatur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velkatur
According to the 2011 Census, Velkatur village had a total population of 1,635 people, including 856 males and 779 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.81%, with male literacy at 74.71% and female literacy at 47.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 518, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,635 | 856 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 69 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 288 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 588 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 268 | 454 |
Transport and Connectivity of Velkatur
Velkatur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddipet to Velkatur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangareddy to Velkatur is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velkatur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velkatur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velkatur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velkatur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Velkatur
Where is Velkatur located?
Velkatur village is located in Siddipet Urban Mandal, Siddipet district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Velkatur?
Velkatur is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velkatur?
The pincode of Velkatur is 502375.
What is the population of Velkatur?
Velkatur had a total population of 1,635, including 856 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Velkatur?
Velkatur had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velkatur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velkatur was 61.81%. Male literacy was 74.71% and female literacy was 47.10%.