Gottipadu - Prathipadu, Guntur
Gottipadu is a village situated in the Prathipadu mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Prathipadu and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Guntur. Gottipadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gottipadu is 590329. The village covers a total geographical area of 1441 hectares and falls under the 522019 pincode. Chilakaluripet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gottipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gottipadu
As per Census 2011, Gottipadu village has a total population of 5,615 people, consisting of 2,772 males and 2,843 females. The village has 1,570 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,249 literate and 2,366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 356 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gottipadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,615 | 2,772 | 2,843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 263 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,254 | 1,161 | 1,093 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 170 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 3,249 | 1,808 | 1,441 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,366 | 964 | 1,402 |
Nearby Villages of Gottipadu
Gottipadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganikapudi | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Unnava | West | 3.19 km |
| Gorijavoluguntapalem | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Prathipadu | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Kondajagarlamudi | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Marripalem | North-West | 4.63 km |
| Kopparru | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Nadimpalem | North | 5.03 km |
| Karuchola | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Annaparru | South | 6.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gottipadu
Gottipadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Phirangipuram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chilakaluripet to Gottipadu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Gottipadu is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gottipadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gottipadu 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 Gottipadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gottipadu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gottipadu
Where is Gottipadu located?
Gottipadu village is located in Prathipadu Mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gottipadu?
Gottipadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gottipadu?
The pincode of Gottipadu is 522019.
What is the population of Gottipadu?
Gottipadu has a total population of 5,615, including 2,772 males and 2,843 females.
How many households are there in Gottipadu?
There are 1,570 households in Gottipadu.
What is the literacy rate in Gottipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gottipadu is 57.86%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 50.69%.