Kothapolam - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Kothapolam is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Paderu and around 104 km from Visakhapatnam. Vanthalamamidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothapolam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothapolam is 584701. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Kothapolam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothapolam
According to the 2011 Census, Kothapolam village had a total population of 283 people, including 145 males and 138 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.36%, with male literacy at 52.50% and female literacy at 20.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 283 | 145 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 145 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 63 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 82 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Kothapolam
Kothapolam 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 Kothapolam
Kothapolam 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kothapolam is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kothapolam is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothapolam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothapolam 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 Kothapolam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothapolam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothapolam
Where is Kothapolam located?
Kothapolam village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothapolam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothapolam is Vanthalamamidi.
What is the pincode of Kothapolam?
The pincode of Kothapolam is 531024.
What is the population of Kothapolam?
Kothapolam had a total population of 283, including 145 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kothapolam?
Kothapolam had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothapolam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothapolam was 36.36%. Male literacy was 52.50% and female literacy was 20.49%.