Nelakota - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Nelakota is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Devipatnam and around 107 km from Kakinada. Pudipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelakota is 586637. The village covers a total geographical area of 1872 hectares and falls under the 533287 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 30 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 639 people, consisting of 319 males and 320 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 288 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nelakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 319 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 298 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 165 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Nelakota
Nelakota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purushothapatnam | West | 3.09 km |
| Vangalapudi | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Nagampalle | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Chinakondepudi | South | 5.18 km |
| Sarabhavaram | East | 5.42 km |
| Devaram | North-East | 5.89 km |
| Singavaram | South | 5.97 km |
| Bodleddupalem | East | 7.37 km |
| Polavaram | West | 8.04 km |
| Seethanagaram | South | 8.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nelakota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nelakota. The nearest railway station is Kovvur, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.3 km.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Nelakota is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Nelakota is about 107 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nelakota
Where is Nelakota located?
Nelakota village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelakota is Pudipalli.
What is the pincode of Nelakota?
The pincode of Nelakota is 533287.
What is the population of Nelakota?
Nelakota has a total population of 639, including 319 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Nelakota?
There are 179 households in Nelakota.
What is the literacy rate in Nelakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelakota is 45.07%. Male literacy is 48.28% and female literacy is 41.88%.