Nelakota - Chinturu, Polavaram
Nelakota is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Chintur and around 225 km from Khammam. Kothapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelakota is 579210. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Nelakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nelakota
As per Census 2011, Nelakota village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 97 males and 76 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 783 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nelakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 97 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 69 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Nelakota
Nelakota 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 Nelakota
Nelakota 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 Nelakota is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Nelakota is about 225 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nelakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelakota 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 Nelakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelakota 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 Nelakota
Where is Nelakota located?
Nelakota village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelakota is Kothapalli.
What is the pincode of Nelakota?
The pincode of Nelakota is 533352.
What is the population of Nelakota?
Nelakota has a total population of 173, including 97 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Nelakota?
There are 45 households in Nelakota.
What is the literacy rate in Nelakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelakota is 24.86%. Male literacy is 28.87% and female literacy is 19.74%.