Kolamuru - Rajamahendravaram Rural, East Godavari
Kolamuru is a village situated in the Rajamahendravaram Rural mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Rajahmundry Rural and around 75 km from Kakinada. Kolamuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolamuru is 587395. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556 hectares and falls under the 533102 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kolamuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolamuru
As per Census 2011, Kolamuru village has a total population of 19,936 people, consisting of 9,945 males and 9,991 females. The village has 5,222 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,979 literate and 6,957 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolamuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,936 | 9,945 | 9,991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,142 | 1,103 | 1,039 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,213 | 2,578 | 2,635 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 175 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 12,979 | 6,716 | 6,263 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,957 | 3,229 | 3,728 |
Nearby Villages of Kolamuru
Kolamuru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kolamuru
Kolamuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kolamuru.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajahmundry to Kolamuru is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kolamuru is about 75 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 Kolamuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolamuru 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 Kolamuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolamuru 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolamuru
Where is Kolamuru located?
Kolamuru village is located in Rajamahendravaram Rural Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolamuru?
Kolamuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolamuru?
The pincode of Kolamuru is 533102.
What is the population of Kolamuru?
Kolamuru has a total population of 19,936, including 9,945 males and 9,991 females.
How many households are there in Kolamuru?
There are 5,222 households in Kolamuru.
What is the literacy rate in Kolamuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolamuru is 65.10%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 62.69%.