Kothakota - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Kothakota is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Y.ramavaram and around 175 km from Kakinada. Gurthedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothakota is 586682. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 137 km away.
Kothakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothakota
According to the 2011 Census, Kothakota village had a total population of 39 people, including 18 males and 21 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kothakota
Kothakota 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 Kothakota
Kothakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kothakota is about 137 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Kothakota is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothakota 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 Kothakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothakota
Where is Kothakota located?
Kothakota village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothakota is Gurthedu.
What is the pincode of Kothakota?
The pincode of Kothakota is 533483.
What is the population of Kothakota?
Kothakota had a total population of 39, including 18 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Kothakota?
Kothakota had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothakota was 68.75%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 58.82%.