Katarikota - Pachipenta, Parvathipuram Manyam
Katarikota is a village situated in the Pachipenta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Pachipenta and around 80 km from Vizianagaram. Gummidiguda serves as the Grama Panchayat for Katarikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katarikota is 582493. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 535591 pincode. Salur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Katarikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katarikota
According to the 2011 Census, Katarikota village had a total population of 778 people, including 372 males and 406 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.45%, with male literacy at 10.64% and female literacy at 8.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 759.
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 | 778 | 372 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 759 | 360 | 399 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 342 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Katarikota
Katarikota is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Katarikota
Public transport in the Katarikota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Salur to Katarikota is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Katarikota is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katarikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katarikota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Katarikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katarikota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katarikota
Where is Katarikota located?
Katarikota village is located in Pachipenta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Katarikota?
The Grama Panchayat of Katarikota is Gummidiguda.
What is the pincode of Katarikota?
The pincode of Katarikota is 535591.
What is the population of Katarikota?
Katarikota had a total population of 778, including 372 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Katarikota?
Katarikota had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katarikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katarikota was 9.45%. Male literacy was 10.64% and female literacy was 8.43%.