Billakota - Ananthagiri, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Billakota is a village situated in the Ananthagiri mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Ananthagiri and around 117 km from Visakhapatnam. Gummakota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Billakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Billakota is 584139. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 535273 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Billakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Billakota
According to the 2011 Census, Billakota village had a total population of 213 people, including 110 males and 103 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.43%, with male literacy at 32.94% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 213 | 110 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 25 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 82 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Billakota
Billakota 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 Billakota
Billakota 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Billakota is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Billakota is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Billakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Billakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Billakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Billakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Billakota
Where is Billakota located?
Billakota village is located in Ananthagiri Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Billakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Billakota is Gummakota.
What is the pincode of Billakota?
The pincode of Billakota is 535273.
What is the population of Billakota?
Billakota had a total population of 213, including 110 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Billakota?
Billakota had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Billakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Billakota was 31.43%. Male literacy was 32.94% and female literacy was 30.00%.