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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Velkatur village has a total population of 1,635 people, consisting of 856 males and 779 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 913 literate and 722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velkatur are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 gram panchayat of Velkatur?
Velkatur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velkatur?
The pincode of Velkatur is 502375.
What is the population of Velkatur?
Velkatur has a total population of 1,635, including 856 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Velkatur?
There are 364 households in Velkatur.
What is the literacy rate in Velkatur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velkatur is 55.84%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 41.72%.