Koida - Velairpadu, Eluru
Koida is a village situated in the Velairpadu mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Velairpadu and around 182 km from Khammam. Koida village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koida is 579305. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 534444 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Koida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koida
According to the 2011 Census, Koida village had a total population of 818 people, including 392 males and 426 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.89%, with male literacy at 55.81% and female literacy at 40.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 689.
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 | 818 | 392 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 689 | 332 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 192 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 200 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Koida
Koida 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 Koida
Koida is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Koida is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Koida is about 182 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koida
Where is Koida located?
Koida village is located in Velairpadu Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Koida?
Koida is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koida?
The pincode of Koida is 534444.
What is the population of Koida?
Koida had a total population of 818, including 392 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Koida?
Koida had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koida was 47.89%. Male literacy was 55.81% and female literacy was 40.92%.