Kothapalem - Golugonda, Anakapalli
Kothapalem is a village situated in the Golugonda mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Golugonda and around 100 km from Visakhapatnam. Jogampeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothapalem is 585763. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 531084 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Kothapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothapalem
As per Census 2011, Kothapalem village has a total population of 286 people, consisting of 142 males and 144 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 80 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 64 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Kothapalem
Kothapalem is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathamallempeta | South-East | 0.73 km |
| Darapalem | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Chittampadu | East | 3.43 km |
| Golugonda | South | 3.49 km |
| Nagannadorapalem | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Bandivalasa | North-East | 3.94 km |
| Pappusettipalem | East | 4.00 km |
| Kothamallempeta | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Lingapuram | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Jammadevipeta | South | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothapalem
Kothapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gullipadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Visakhapatnam to Kothapalem is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothapalem
Where is Kothapalem located?
Kothapalem village is located in Golugonda Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothapalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothapalem is Jogampeta.
What is the pincode of Kothapalem?
The pincode of Kothapalem is 531084.
What is the population of Kothapalem?
Kothapalem has a total population of 286, including 142 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Kothapalem?
There are 91 households in Kothapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Kothapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothapalem is 50.70%. Male literacy is 54.93% and female literacy is 46.53%.