Motakothuru - Santhipuram, Chittoor
Motakothuru is a village situated in the Santhipuram mandal of Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santhipuram and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Chittoor. Chenguballa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motakothuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motakothuru is 596813. The village covers a total geographical area of 508 hectares and falls under the 517423 pincode. Kolar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Motakothuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Motakothuru
According to the 2011 Census, Motakothuru village had a total population of 2,293 people, including 1,136 males and 1,157 females, living in 504 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.70%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 574, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,293 | 1,136 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 115 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 574 | 290 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,592 | 889 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 247 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Motakothuru
Motakothuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Boyanapalle | East | 1.70 km |
| Regadadinnepalle | West | 1.71 km |
| Nallappareddiyuru | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Doddagandlahalli | North | 2.05 km |
| Chinagandlapalle | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Settiballa | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Joniganuru | South | 2.26 km |
| Krishnapuram | East | 2.72 km |
| Kenamakulapalle | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Anikera | North-West | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motakothuru
Motakothuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Marikuppam, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolar(karnataka) to Motakothuru is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Motakothuru is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motakothuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motakothuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Motakothuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motakothuru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Motakothuru
Where is Motakothuru located?
Motakothuru village is located in Santhipuram Mandal, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motakothuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Motakothuru is Chenguballa.
What is the pincode of Motakothuru?
The pincode of Motakothuru is 517423.
What is the population of Motakothuru?
Motakothuru had a total population of 2,293, including 1,136 males and 1,157 females.
How many households are there in Motakothuru?
Motakothuru had 504 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motakothuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motakothuru was 77.70%. Male literacy was 87.07% and female literacy was 68.39%.