Kotturu - Vijayawada (Rural), Ntr
Kotturu is a village situated in the Vijayawada (Rural) mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Vijayawada Rural and around 87 km from Machilipatnam. K Tadepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotturu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotturu is 589208. The village covers a total geographical area of 709 hectares and falls under the 520012 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kotturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mylavaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayawada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotturu
According to the 2011 Census, Kotturu village had a total population of 1,052 people, including 541 males and 511 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.90%, with male literacy at 81.37% and female literacy at 70.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 531.
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 | 1,052 | 541 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 531 | 282 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 380 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 161 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Kotturu
Kotturu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadepalle | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Velagaleru | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Vemavaram | South | 3.48 km |
| Chegireddipadu | North | 4.28 km |
| Narasayagudem | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Shabada | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Kavuluru | West | 4.84 km |
| Haveli Mutyalampadu | North | 4.97 km |
| Kandulapadu | North | 5.05 km |
| Paidurupadu | South-West | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotturu
Kotturu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kondapalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Kotturu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Kotturu is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotturu 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotturu
Where is Kotturu located?
Kotturu village is located in Vijayawada (Rural) Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotturu is K Tadepalli.
What is the pincode of Kotturu?
The pincode of Kotturu is 520012.
What is the population of Kotturu?
Kotturu had a total population of 1,052, including 541 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Kotturu?
Kotturu had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotturu was 75.90%. Male literacy was 81.37% and female literacy was 70.26%.