Velidanda - Garidepally, Suryapet
Velidanda is a village situated in the Garidepally mandal of Suryapet district, Telangana. It is located approximately 14 km from Garide Palle and around 80 km from Nalgonda. Konaigudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velidanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velidanda is 577544. The village covers a total geographical area of 1992 hectares and falls under the 508201 pincode. Miryalaguda is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Velidanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velidanda
According to the 2011 Census, Velidanda village had a total population of 5,487 people, including 2,760 males and 2,727 females, living in 1,510 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.77%, with male literacy at 70.34% and female literacy at 51.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,615, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 847.
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 | 5,487 | 2,760 | 2,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 299 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,615 | 796 | 819 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 847 | 437 | 410 |
| Literate Population | 3,002 | 1,731 | 1,271 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,485 | 1,029 | 1,456 |
Nearby Villages of Velidanda
Velidanda 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 Velidanda
Velidanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Miryalaguda to Velidanda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Velidanda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velidanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velidanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velidanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velidanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Velidanda
Where is Velidanda located?
Velidanda village is located in Garidepally Mandal, Suryapet district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velidanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Velidanda is Konaigudem.
What is the pincode of Velidanda?
The pincode of Velidanda is 508201.
What is the population of Velidanda?
Velidanda had a total population of 5,487, including 2,760 males and 2,727 females.
How many households are there in Velidanda?
Velidanda had 1,510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Velidanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velidanda was 60.77%. Male literacy was 70.34% and female literacy was 51.27%.