Kotham - Seethampeta, Parvathipuram Manyam
Kotham is a village situated in the Seethampeta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Seethampeta and around 56 km from Srikakulam. Kotham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotham is 580061. The village covers a total geographical area of 4 hectares and falls under the 532443 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kotham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotham
As per Census 2011, Kotham village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 122 males and 121 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 105 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 66 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 56 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kotham
Kotham 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 Kotham
Kotham is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amadalavalasa to Kotham is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Kotham is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotham
Where is Kotham located?
Kotham village is located in Seethampeta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotham?
Kotham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotham?
The pincode of Kotham is 532443.
What is the population of Kotham?
Kotham has a total population of 243, including 122 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Kotham?
There are 56 households in Kotham.
What is the literacy rate in Kotham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotham is 43.21%. Male literacy is 54.10% and female literacy is 32.23%.