Velichala - Thirumalagiri, Suryapet
Velichala is a village situated in the Thirumalagiri mandal of Suryapet district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Thirumalgiri and around 100 km from Nalgonda. Chinthalkunta Thnda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velichala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velichala is 576570. The village covers a total geographical area of 1119 hectares and falls under the 508223 pincode. Suryapet is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Velichala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velichala
As per Census 2011, Velichala village has a total population of 3,797 people, consisting of 1,916 males and 1,881 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,863 literate and 1,934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 257 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velichala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,797 | 1,916 | 1,881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 205 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 116 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,189 | 608 | 581 |
| Literate Population | 1,863 | 1,112 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,934 | 804 | 1,130 |
Nearby Villages of Velichala
Velichala 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 Velichala
Velichala 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suryapet to Velichala is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nalgonda to Velichala is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velichala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velichala 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 Velichala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velichala 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 Velichala
Where is Velichala located?
Velichala village is located in Thirumalagiri Mandal, Suryapet district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velichala?
The Gram Panchayat of Velichala is Chinthalkunta Thnda.
What is the pincode of Velichala?
The pincode of Velichala is 508223.
What is the population of Velichala?
Velichala has a total population of 3,797, including 1,916 males and 1,881 females.
How many households are there in Velichala?
There are 919 households in Velichala.
What is the literacy rate in Velichala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velichala is 49.07%. Male literacy is 58.04% and female literacy is 39.93%.