Busikota - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Busikota is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Y.ramavaram and around 166 km from Kakinada. Daragedda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Busikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Busikota is 586702. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Busikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Busikota
As per Census 2011, Busikota village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 65 males and 70 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Busikota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 55 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Busikota
Busikota 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 Busikota
Busikota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Busikota is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Busikota is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Busikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Busikota 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Busikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Busikota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Busikota
Where is Busikota located?
Busikota village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Busikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Busikota is Daragedda.
What is the pincode of Busikota?
The pincode of Busikota is 533483.
What is the population of Busikota?
Busikota has a total population of 135, including 65 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Busikota?
There are 27 households in Busikota.
What is the literacy rate in Busikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Busikota is 8.15%. Male literacy is 15.38% and female literacy is 1.43%.