Athota - Kollipara, Guntur
Athota is a village situated in the Kollipara mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollipara and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Athota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athota is 590277. The village covers a total geographical area of 711 hectares and falls under the 522306 pincode. Tenali is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Athota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Athota
As per Census 2011, Athota village has a total population of 5,628 people, consisting of 2,793 males and 2,835 females. The village has 1,723 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,656 literate and 1,972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 708 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,628 | 2,793 | 2,835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 257 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 361 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 3,656 | 1,965 | 1,691 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,972 | 828 | 1,144 |
Nearby Villages of Athota
Athota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunchavaram | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Siripuram | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Danthalur | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Chivalur | East | 2.89 km |
| Nandivelugu | West | 3.82 km |
| Emani | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Chintalapudi | West | 4.17 km |
| Burripalem | South | 4.73 km |
| Katevaram | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Pidaparru | East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athota
Athota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolakalur, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tenali to Athota is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Athota is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athota 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 Athota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athota
Where is Athota located?
Athota village is located in Kollipara Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athota?
Athota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athota?
The pincode of Athota is 522306.
What is the population of Athota?
Athota has a total population of 5,628, including 2,793 males and 2,835 females.
How many households are there in Athota?
There are 1,723 households in Athota.
What is the literacy rate in Athota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athota is 64.96%. Male literacy is 70.35% and female literacy is 59.65%.