Devarakota - Ghantasala, Krishna
Devarakota is a village situated in the Ghantasala mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghantasala and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Devarakota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarakota is 589707. The village covers a total geographical area of 324 hectares and falls under the 521133 pincode. Machilipatnam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Devarakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devarakota
As per Census 2011, Devarakota village has a total population of 1,573 people, consisting of 803 males and 770 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 984 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 791 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devarakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,573 | 803 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 400 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 984 | 517 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 286 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Devarakota
Devarakota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birudugadda | East | 1.55 km |
| Ghantasala | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Elikala Kuduru | East | 2.39 km |
| Bollapadu | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Lakshmipuram | South | 3.09 km |
| Vakkalagadda | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Chitturpu | West | 3.51 km |
| Chilakalapudi | North | 3.64 km |
| Daliparru | East | 3.68 km |
| Mallampalle | North-East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarakota
Devarakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhattiprolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.6 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 Machilipatnam to Devarakota is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devarakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devarakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devarakota
Where is Devarakota located?
Devarakota village is located in Ghantasala Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devarakota?
Devarakota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devarakota?
The pincode of Devarakota is 521133.
What is the population of Devarakota?
Devarakota has a total population of 1,573, including 803 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Devarakota?
There are 483 households in Devarakota.
What is the literacy rate in Devarakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarakota is 62.56%. Male literacy is 64.38% and female literacy is 60.65%.