Kottavalasa - Pachipenta, Parvathipuram Manyam
Kottavalasa is a village situated in the Pachipenta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Pachipenta and around 78 km from Vizianagaram. Kotikipenta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottavalasa is 582457. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 535592 pincode. Salur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kottavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kottavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Kottavalasa village had a total population of 1,163 people, including 588 males and 575 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.21%, with male literacy at 58.74% and female literacy at 35.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 1,163 | 588 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 299 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 289 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Kottavalasa
Kottavalasa 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 Kottavalasa
Kottavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kottavalasa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Kottavalasa is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottavalasa 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 Kottavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottavalasa 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kottavalasa
Where is Kottavalasa located?
Kottavalasa village is located in Pachipenta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottavalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottavalasa is Kotikipenta.
What is the pincode of Kottavalasa?
The pincode of Kottavalasa is 535592.
What is the population of Kottavalasa?
Kottavalasa had a total population of 1,163, including 588 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Kottavalasa?
Kottavalasa had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottavalasa was 47.21%. Male literacy was 58.74% and female literacy was 35.74%.