Velchal - Mominpet, Vikarabad
Velchal is a village situated in the Mominpet mandal of Vikarabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Mominpet and around 78 km from Hyderabad. Velchal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velchal is 574013. The village covers a total geographical area of 1172 hectares and falls under the 501202 pincode. Vicarabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Velchal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Velchal
As per Census 2011, Velchal village has a total population of 1,696 people, consisting of 835 males and 861 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velchal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,696 | 835 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 275 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 550 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 285 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Velchal
Velchal 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 Velchal
Velchal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Velchal has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vicarabad to Velchal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hyderabad to Velchal is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Velchal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velchal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Velchal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velchal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Velchal
Where is Velchal located?
Velchal village is located in Mominpet Mandal, Vikarabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velchal?
Velchal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Velchal?
The pincode of Velchal is 501202.
What is the population of Velchal?
Velchal has a total population of 1,696, including 835 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Velchal?
There are 367 households in Velchal.
What is the literacy rate in Velchal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velchal is 57.72%. Male literacy is 65.87% and female literacy is 49.83%.