Gamallakota - Chinturu, Polavaram
Gamallakota is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chintur and around 200 km from Khammam. Chadalavada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gamallakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamallakota is 579226. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Gamallakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gamallakota
As per Census 2011, Gamallakota village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 105 males and 99 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamallakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 69 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Gamallakota
Gamallakota 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 Gamallakota
Gamallakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Palwancha to Gamallakota is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Gamallakota is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamallakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamallakota 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 Gamallakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamallakota 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 Gamallakota
Where is Gamallakota located?
Gamallakota village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamallakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Gamallakota is Chadalavada.
What is the pincode of Gamallakota?
The pincode of Gamallakota is 533352.
What is the population of Gamallakota?
Gamallakota has a total population of 204, including 105 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Gamallakota?
There are 53 households in Gamallakota.
What is the literacy rate in Gamallakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamallakota is 32.84%. Male literacy is 34.29% and female literacy is 31.31%.