Kothapalem - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kothapalem is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 178 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanchula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothapalem is 585468. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 139 km away.
Kothapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Kothapalem village had a total population of 180 people, including 91 males and 89 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.62%, with male literacy at 48.68% and female literacy at 21.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 180 | 91 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 37 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 54 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Kothapalem
Kothapalem 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 Kothapalem
Kothapalem 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Kothapalem is about 139 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kothapalem is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothapalem 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothapalem
Where is Kothapalem located?
Kothapalem village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothapalem is Vanchula.
What is the pincode of Kothapalem?
The pincode of Kothapalem is 531133.
What is the population of Kothapalem?
Kothapalem had a total population of 180, including 91 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kothapalem?
Kothapalem had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothapalem was 34.62%. Male literacy was 48.68% and female literacy was 21.25%.