Nandikota - Ananthagiri, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Nandikota is a village situated in the Ananthagiri mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from Ananthagiri and around 87 km from Visakhapatnam. Bheemapolu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandikota is 584172. The village covers a total geographical area of 796 hectares and falls under the 535145 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Nandikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nandikota
As per Census 2011, Nandikota village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 720 males and 726 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,325 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandikota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 720 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 104 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,325 | 658 | 667 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 241 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 479 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Nandikota
Nandikota 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 Nandikota
Nandikota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Nandikota has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Nandikota is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandikota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nandikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandikota 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 Nandikota
Where is Nandikota located?
Nandikota village is located in Ananthagiri Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandikota is Bheemapolu.
What is the pincode of Nandikota?
The pincode of Nandikota is 535145.
What is the population of Nandikota?
Nandikota has a total population of 1,446, including 720 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Nandikota?
There are 343 households in Nandikota.
What is the literacy rate in Nandikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandikota is 30.29%. Male literacy is 33.47% and female literacy is 27.13%.