Kotturu - Gudem Kotha Veedhi, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kotturu is a village situated in the Gudem Kotha Veedhi mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Gudem Kotha Veedhi and around 210 km from Visakhapatnam. Darakonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotturu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotturu is 585421. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 531133 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Kotturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotturu
According to the 2011 Census, Kotturu village had a total population of 517 people, including 248 males and 269 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.26%, with male literacy at 58.56% and female literacy at 28.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 425.
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 | 517 | 248 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 201 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 130 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 118 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Kotturu
Kotturu 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 Kotturu
Kotturu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Kotturu is about 170 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kotturu is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotturu 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 Kotturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotturu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotturu
Where is Kotturu located?
Kotturu village is located in Gudem Kotha Veedhi Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotturu is Darakonda.
What is the pincode of Kotturu?
The pincode of Kotturu is 531133.
What is the population of Kotturu?
Kotturu had a total population of 517, including 248 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Kotturu?
Kotturu had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotturu was 43.26%. Male literacy was 58.56% and female literacy was 28.99%.