Polkepahad - Gopalpeta, Wanaparthy
Polkepahad is a village situated in the Gopalpeta mandal of Wanaparthy district, Telangana. It is located approximately 5 km from Gopalpet and around 65 km from Mahbubnagar. Amudalakunta Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polkepahad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polkepahad is 576064. The village covers a total geographical area of 2407 hectares and falls under the 509206 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Polkepahad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polkepahad
As per Census 2011, Polkepahad village has a total population of 4,194 people, consisting of 2,095 males and 2,099 females. The village has 882 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 631 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 2,746 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 887 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polkepahad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,194 | 2,095 | 2,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 320 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 204 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 887 | 437 | 450 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 864 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,746 | 1,231 | 1,515 |
Nearby Villages of Polkepahad
Polkepahad 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 Polkepahad
Polkepahad 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wanaparthy to Polkepahad is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Polkepahad is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polkepahad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polkepahad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polkepahad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polkepahad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Polkepahad
Where is Polkepahad located?
Polkepahad village is located in Gopalpeta Mandal, Wanaparthy district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polkepahad?
The Gram Panchayat of Polkepahad is Amudalakunta Thanda.
What is the pincode of Polkepahad?
The pincode of Polkepahad is 509206.
What is the population of Polkepahad?
Polkepahad has a total population of 4,194, including 2,095 males and 2,099 females.
How many households are there in Polkepahad?
There are 882 households in Polkepahad.
What is the literacy rate in Polkepahad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polkepahad is 34.53%. Male literacy is 41.24% and female literacy is 27.82%.