Kotikesavaram - Korukonda, East Godavari
Kotikesavaram is a village situated in the Korukonda mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korukonda and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Kotikesavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotikesavaram is 587377. The village covers a total geographical area of 786 hectares and falls under the 533290 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kotikesavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotikesavaram
As per Census 2011, Kotikesavaram village has a total population of 3,340 people, consisting of 1,671 males and 1,669 females. The village has 963 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,793 literate and 1,547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,979 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotikesavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,340 | 1,671 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 150 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,979 | 987 | 992 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 18 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,793 | 974 | 819 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,547 | 697 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Kotikesavaram
Kotikesavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nallagonda | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Raghavapuram | East | 2.69 km |
| Bodleddupalem | North | 2.95 km |
| Koti | South | 3.08 km |
| Nagampalle | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Gadelapalem | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Srirangapatnam | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Sarabhavaram | North | 5.51 km |
| Atchutapuram | East | 5.87 km |
| Kunavaram | South | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotikesavaram
Kotikesavaram 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 9.1 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 Kotikesavaram is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kotikesavaram is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotikesavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotikesavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotikesavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotikesavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotikesavaram
Where is Kotikesavaram located?
Kotikesavaram village is located in Korukonda Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotikesavaram?
Kotikesavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotikesavaram?
The pincode of Kotikesavaram is 533290.
What is the population of Kotikesavaram?
Kotikesavaram has a total population of 3,340, including 1,671 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Kotikesavaram?
There are 963 households in Kotikesavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Kotikesavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotikesavaram is 53.68%. Male literacy is 58.29% and female literacy is 49.07%.