Kotavooru - Beerongi Kothakota, Annamayya
Kotavooru is a village situated in the Beerongi Kothakota mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from B.kothakota and around 130 km from Chittoor. Kotavooru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotavooru is 596130. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146 hectares and falls under the 517370 pincode. Madanapalle is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kotavooru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotavooru
As per Census 2011, Kotavooru village has a total population of 1,964 people, consisting of 956 males and 1,008 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 978 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotavooru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,964 | 956 | 1,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 104 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 586 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 370 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Kotavooru
Kotavooru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bayyappagaripalle | West | 4.74 km |
| Thummanamgutta | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Pitchalavandla Palle | North-East | 6.32 km |
| Kurabalakota | East | 6.75 km |
| Thettu | South-East | 7.34 km |
| Gattu | West | 8.79 km |
| Mudivedu | East | 9.20 km |
| Burakayalakota | North-West | 9.22 km |
| Kosuvaripalle | North | 9.29 km |
| Angallu | South-East | 9.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotavooru
Kotavooru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalle to Kotavooru is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kotavooru is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotavooru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotavooru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotavooru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotavooru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotavooru
Where is Kotavooru located?
Kotavooru village is located in Beerongi Kothakota Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotavooru?
Kotavooru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotavooru?
The pincode of Kotavooru is 517370.
What is the population of Kotavooru?
Kotavooru has a total population of 1,964, including 956 males and 1,008 females.
How many households are there in Kotavooru?
There are 545 households in Kotavooru.
What is the literacy rate in Kotavooru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotavooru is 49.80%. Male literacy is 61.30% and female literacy is 38.89%.