Petnikota - Kolimigundla, Nandyal
Petnikota is a village situated in the Kolimigundla mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Kolimigundla and around 125 km from Kurnool. Gorvimanupalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petnikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petnikota is 594581. The village covers a total geographical area of 6595 hectares and falls under the 518123 pincode. Tadpatri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Petnikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Petnikota
As per Census 2011, Petnikota village has a total population of 6,581 people, consisting of 3,329 males and 3,252 females. The village has 1,539 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 792 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,252 literate and 3,329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 992 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Petnikota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,581 | 3,329 | 3,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 792 | 392 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 992 | 498 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,252 | 1,988 | 1,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,329 | 1,341 | 1,988 |
Nearby Villages of Petnikota
Petnikota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itikala | South-East | 6.06 km |
| Kolimigundla | East | 6.32 km |
| Junuthala | North | 6.65 km |
| Gudipadu | West | 6.66 km |
| Thummalapenta | South | 6.75 km |
| Belum | East | 7.08 km |
| Chintalayapalle | South-East | 8.01 km |
| Cherlapalle | North-East | 9.07 km |
| Venkatampalle | South-West | 9.14 km |
| Bhogasamudram | South-West | 9.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petnikota
Petnikota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jutturu, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 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 Tadpatri to Petnikota is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Petnikota is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petnikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petnikota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Petnikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petnikota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petnikota
Where is Petnikota located?
Petnikota village is located in Kolimigundla Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petnikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Petnikota is Gorvimanupalle.
What is the pincode of Petnikota?
The pincode of Petnikota is 518123.
What is the population of Petnikota?
Petnikota has a total population of 6,581, including 3,329 males and 3,252 females.
How many households are there in Petnikota?
There are 1,539 households in Petnikota.
What is the literacy rate in Petnikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petnikota is 49.41%. Male literacy is 59.72% and female literacy is 38.87%.