Kotala - Thamballapalle, Annamayya
Kotala is a village situated in the Thamballapalle mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Thamballapalle and around 152 km from Chittoor. Kotala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotala is 595617. The village covers a total geographical area of 2636 hectares and falls under the 517418 pincode. Madanapalle is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kotala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotala
As per Census 2011, Kotala village has a total population of 3,212 people, consisting of 1,646 males and 1,566 females. The village has 806 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,574 literate and 1,638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 545 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,212 | 1,646 | 1,566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 163 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 278 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 1,574 | 978 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,638 | 668 | 970 |
Nearby Villages of Kotala
Kotala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Zunjurupenta | West | 2.89 km |
| Bandrevu | East | 3.84 km |
| Gopidinne | South | 5.61 km |
| Pedaballikothapalle | North | 6.00 km |
| Kalavapalle | West | 7.33 km |
| Gangireddipalle | South-West | 7.48 km |
| Musalikunta | East | 7.81 km |
| Diguvapalle | North-East | 7.86 km |
| Maddinayanipalem | West | 8.33 km |
| Kotlapalle | South-West | 9.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotala
Kotala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulacalacheruvu, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 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 Madanapalle to Kotala is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kotala is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotala 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 Kotala
Where is Kotala located?
Kotala village is located in Thamballapalle Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotala?
Kotala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotala?
The pincode of Kotala is 517418.
What is the population of Kotala?
Kotala has a total population of 3,212, including 1,646 males and 1,566 females.
How many households are there in Kotala?
There are 806 households in Kotala.
What is the literacy rate in Kotala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotala is 49.00%. Male literacy is 59.42% and female literacy is 38.06%.