Karnikota - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Karnikota is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Y.ramavaram and around 182 km from Kakinada. Gurthedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karnikota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnikota is 586665. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 126 km away.
Karnikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karnikota
According to the 2011 Census, Karnikota village had a total population of 162 people, including 79 males and 83 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.05%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 10.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 58 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Karnikota
Karnikota 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 Karnikota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Karnikota.
| 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 Peddapuram to Karnikota is about 126 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Karnikota is about 182 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnikota 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 Karnikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnikota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnikota
Where is Karnikota located?
Karnikota village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnikota?
The Gram Panchayat of Karnikota is Gurthedu.
What is the pincode of Karnikota?
The pincode of Karnikota is 533483.
What is the population of Karnikota?
Karnikota had a total population of 162, including 79 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Karnikota?
Karnikota had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karnikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnikota was 22.05%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 10.94%.