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. Kothakota village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kothakota village had a total population of 5,749 people, including 2,955 males and 2,794 females, living in 1,330 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.89%, with male literacy at 50.58% and female literacy at 32.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,190.
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 | 5,749 | 2,955 | 2,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 807 | 446 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,190 | 1,140 | 1,050 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Kothakota?
Kothakota is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothakota?
The pincode of Kothakota is 518466.
What is the population of Kothakota?
Kothakota had a total population of 5,749, including 2,955 males and 2,794 females.
How many households are there in Kothakota?
Kothakota had 1,330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothakota was 41.89%. Male literacy was 50.58% and female literacy was 32.92%.