Kolathur - Peddapanjani, Chittoor
Kolathur is a village situated in the Peddapanjani mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peddapanjani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Kolathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolathur is 596574. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 517408 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kolathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolathur
As per Census 2011, Kolathur village has a total population of 4,069 people, consisting of 2,042 males and 2,027 females. The village has 919 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,222 literate and 1,847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 611 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,069 | 2,042 | 2,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 270 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 311 | 300 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,222 | 1,317 | 905 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,847 | 725 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Kolathur
Kolathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thurlapalle | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Rayalapeta | East | 3.12 km |
| Peddapanjani | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Gamkonda | East | 3.75 km |
| Veerapalle | North | 4.03 km |
| Suddagundlapalle | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Kogileru | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Nekkondi | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Chalamangalam | South-West | 6.12 km |
| A.kothakota | North-West | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolathur
Public transport in the Kolathur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punganur to Kolathur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Kolathur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolathur
Where is Kolathur located?
Kolathur village is located in Peddapanjani Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolathur?
Kolathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolathur?
The pincode of Kolathur is 517408.
What is the population of Kolathur?
Kolathur has a total population of 4,069, including 2,042 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Kolathur?
There are 919 households in Kolathur.
What is the literacy rate in Kolathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolathur is 54.61%. Male literacy is 64.50% and female literacy is 44.65%.