D. Kothuru - Addateegala, Polavaram
D. Kothuru is a village situated in the Addateegala mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Addateegala and around 108 km from Kakinada. D.ramavaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for D. Kothuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D. Kothuru is 586806. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
D. Kothuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of D. Kothuru
According to the 2011 Census, D. Kothuru village had a total population of 264 people, including 131 males and 133 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 60.71% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 93 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 63 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of D. Kothuru
D. Kothuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marriveedu | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Thimmapuram | North | 2.93 km |
| Uppalapadu | North-West | 4.56 km |
| J. Annavaram | East | 4.68 km |
| Lingavaram | South | 6.08 km |
| Ramanayyapeta | South-East | 6.09 km |
| Ramuldevapuram | South-West | 6.18 km |
| Gontuvanipalem | East | 6.40 km |
| Gangampalem | North | 6.63 km |
| Matlapadu | North-West | 6.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of D. Kothuru
D. Kothuru is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mallavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Peddapuram to D. Kothuru is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to D. Kothuru is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in D. Kothuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D. Kothuru 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in D. Kothuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D. Kothuru 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 D. Kothuru
Where is D. Kothuru located?
D. Kothuru village is located in Addateegala Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D. Kothuru?
The Gram Panchayat of D. Kothuru is D.ramavaram.
What is the pincode of D. Kothuru?
The pincode of D. Kothuru is 533483.
What is the population of D. Kothuru?
D. Kothuru had a total population of 264, including 131 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in D. Kothuru?
D. Kothuru had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in D. Kothuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D. Kothuru was 57.14%. Male literacy was 60.71% and female literacy was 53.57%.