Kothapalle - Gokavaram, East Godavari
Kothapalle is a village situated in the Gokavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gokavaram and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Kothapalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothapalle is 587224. The village covers a total geographical area of 3150 hectares and falls under the 533285 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kothapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Kothapalle village had a total population of 14,926 people, including 7,315 males and 7,611 females, living in 4,378 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.35%, with male literacy at 62.36% and female literacy at 54.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,852, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 473.
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 | 14,926 | 7,315 | 7,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,561 | 796 | 765 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,852 | 915 | 937 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 473 | 215 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 7,799 | 4,065 | 3,734 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,127 | 3,250 | 3,877 |
Nearby Villages of Kothapalle
Kothapalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajavaram | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Jiyyampalem | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Ummetha | East | 3.51 km |
| Jaggampalem | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Neeladonelapadu | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Chodavaram | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Patharamavaram | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Rajupetaloddi | North | 4.56 km |
| Yamanapalle | North-East | 4.69 km |
| Ojubanda | North-West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothapalle
Kothapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Godavari, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajahmundry to Kothapalle is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kothapalle is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothapalle 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothapalle
Where is Kothapalle located?
Kothapalle village is located in Gokavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothapalle?
Kothapalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothapalle?
The pincode of Kothapalle is 533285.
What is the population of Kothapalle?
Kothapalle had a total population of 14,926, including 7,315 males and 7,611 females.
How many households are there in Kothapalle?
Kothapalle had 4,378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothapalle was 58.35%. Male literacy was 62.36% and female literacy was 54.54%.