Gottumukkala - Kanchikacherla, Ntr
Gottumukkala is a village situated in the Kanchikacherla mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Kanchikacherla and around 118 km from Machilipatnam. Gottumukkala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gottumukkala is 589154. The village covers a total geographical area of 1894 hectares and falls under the 521180 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gottumukkala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gottumukkala
As per Census 2011, Gottumukkala village has a total population of 4,390 people, consisting of 2,153 males and 2,237 females. The village has 1,293 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,365 literate and 2,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,035 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gottumukkala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,390 | 2,153 | 2,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 234 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,035 | 501 | 534 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 86 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 2,365 | 1,302 | 1,063 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,025 | 851 | 1,174 |
Nearby Villages of Gottumukkala
Gottumukkala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasimharaopalem | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Paritala | South | 4.05 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Ponnavaram | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Jujjuru | North | 5.10 km |
| Kanchikacherla | West | 5.67 km |
| Perakalapadu | West | 6.22 km |
| Jammavaram | North-West | 6.39 km |
| Zami Machavaram | South-East | 6.63 km |
| Chennaraopalem | North | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gottumukkala
Gottumukkala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Cheruvu Madhavaram, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Gottumukkala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Gottumukkala is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gottumukkala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gottumukkala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gottumukkala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gottumukkala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gottumukkala
Where is Gottumukkala located?
Gottumukkala village is located in Kanchikacherla Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gottumukkala?
Gottumukkala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gottumukkala?
The pincode of Gottumukkala is 521180.
What is the population of Gottumukkala?
Gottumukkala has a total population of 4,390, including 2,153 males and 2,237 females.
How many households are there in Gottumukkala?
There are 1,293 households in Gottumukkala.
What is the literacy rate in Gottumukkala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gottumukkala is 53.87%. Male literacy is 60.47% and female literacy is 47.52%.