Kothakota - C.Belagal, Kurnool
Kothakota is a village situated in the C.Belagal mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in C.belagal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Eraladinne serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothakota is 593866. The village covers a total geographical area of 1792 hectares and falls under the 518466 pincode. Kurnool is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kothakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothakota
As per Census 2011, Kothakota village has a total population of 5,749 people, consisting of 2,955 males and 2,794 females. The village has 1,330 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 807 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,070 literate and 3,679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,190 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,749 | 2,955 | 2,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 807 | 446 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,190 | 1,140 | 1,050 |
| Literate Population | 2,070 | 1,269 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,679 | 1,686 | 1,993 |
Nearby Villages of Kothakota
Kothakota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallapuram | South | 3.39 km |
| Munagala | South | 3.95 km |
| Sunkesula | East | 4.10 km |
| Kondapuram | West | 5.85 km |
| Polakal | South-West | 6.56 km |
| Remata | South-East | 6.70 km |
| Julakallu | South-West | 6.87 km |
| Regadi Khanapuram | South-East | 7.94 km |
| Ponnakallu | South | 7.98 km |
| Gundrevula | West | 9.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothakota
Kothakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manopad, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurnool to Kothakota is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothakota 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kothakota
Where is Kothakota located?
Kothakota village is located in C.Belagal Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothakota is Eraladinne.
What is the pincode of Kothakota?
The pincode of Kothakota is 518466.
What is the population of Kothakota?
Kothakota has a total population of 5,749, including 2,955 males and 2,794 females.
How many households are there in Kothakota?
There are 1,330 households in Kothakota.
What is the literacy rate in Kothakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothakota is 36.01%. Male literacy is 42.94% and female literacy is 28.67%.