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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gamallakota village had a total population of 204 people, including 105 males and 99 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.51%, with male literacy at 41.38% and female literacy at 35.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
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 | 204 | 105 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Grama Panchayat of Gamallakota?
The Grama Panchayat of Gamallakota is Chadalavada.
What is the pincode of Gamallakota?
The pincode of Gamallakota is 533352.
What is the population of Gamallakota?
Gamallakota had a total population of 204, including 105 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Gamallakota?
Gamallakota had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamallakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamallakota was 38.51%. Male literacy was 41.38% and female literacy was 35.63%.