Meenakota - Seethampeta, Parvathipuram Manyam
Meenakota is a village situated in the Seethampeta mandal of Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from Seethampeta and around 66 km from Srikakulam. Pubbada serves as the Grama Panchayat for Meenakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meenakota is 580017. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 532460 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Meenakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Meenakota
According to the 2011 Census, Meenakota village had a total population of 55 people, including 26 males and 29 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.89%, with male literacy at 19.05% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Meenakota
Meenakota 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 Meenakota
Meenakota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Meenakota is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Meenakota is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meenakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meenakota 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 Meenakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meenakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Meenakota
Where is Meenakota located?
Meenakota village is located in Seethampeta Mandal, Parvathipuram Manyam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Meenakota?
The Grama Panchayat of Meenakota is Pubbada.
What is the pincode of Meenakota?
The pincode of Meenakota is 532460.
What is the population of Meenakota?
Meenakota had a total population of 55, including 26 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Meenakota?
Meenakota had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meenakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meenakota was 28.89%. Male literacy was 19.05% and female literacy was 37.50%.