Lanja Kota - Cumbum, Markapuram
Lanja Kota is a village situated in the Cumbum mandal of Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Cumbum and around 117 km from Ongole. L.kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lanja Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lanja Kota is 590892. The village covers a total geographical area of 1554 hectares and falls under the 523370 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Lanja Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lanja Kota
As per Census 2011, Lanja Kota village has a total population of 2,277 people, consisting of 1,154 males and 1,123 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,230 literate and 1,047 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lanja Kota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,277 | 1,154 | 1,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 153 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 136 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 779 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 375 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Lanja Kota
Lanja Kota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadim Palle | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Bondala Padu | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Auranga Bad | South | 2.98 km |
| Jangamguntla | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Kandula Puram | West | 3.90 km |
| Retla Palle | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Ravipadu | South | 4.92 km |
| Bhupathi Palle | North | 5.06 km |
| Kagitalagudem | South-West | 6.06 km |
| Peda Obeneni Palle | South-East | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lanja Kota
Lanja Kota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Cumbum, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Lanja Kota is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Lanja Kota is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lanja Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lanja Kota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lanja Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lanja Kota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lanja Kota
Where is Lanja Kota located?
Lanja Kota village is located in Cumbum Mandal, Markapuram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lanja Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Lanja Kota is L.kota.
What is the pincode of Lanja Kota?
The pincode of Lanja Kota is 523370.
What is the population of Lanja Kota?
Lanja Kota has a total population of 2,277, including 1,154 males and 1,123 females.
How many households are there in Lanja Kota?
There are 612 households in Lanja Kota.
What is the literacy rate in Lanja Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lanja Kota is 54.02%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 40.16%.