Kothapalle - Chinturu, Polavaram
Kothapalle is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Chintur and around 220 km from Khammam. Kothapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothapalle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothapalle is 579208. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Kothapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothapalle
As per Census 2011, Kothapalle village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 213 males and 249 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,169 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 388 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 459 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothapalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 213 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 459 | 212 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 53 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 160 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Kothapalle
Kothapalle 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 Kothapalle
Kothapalle 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 >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 Kothapalle is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Kothapalle is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothapalle 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 Kothapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothapalle 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 Kothapalle
Where is Kothapalle located?
Kothapalle village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothapalle?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothapalle is Kothapalli.
What is the pincode of Kothapalle?
The pincode of Kothapalle is 533352.
What is the population of Kothapalle?
Kothapalle has a total population of 462, including 213 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Kothapalle?
There are 134 households in Kothapalle.
What is the literacy rate in Kothapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothapalle is 16.02%. Male literacy is 24.88% and female literacy is 8.43%.