Rakota - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Rakota is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 73 km from Y.ramavaram and around 137 km from Kakinada. Boddagandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakota is 586672. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 533483 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Rakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rakota
According to the 2011 Census, Rakota village had a total population of 132 people, including 63 males and 69 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.45%, with male literacy at 36.96% and female literacy at 19.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 46 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Rakota
Rakota 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 Rakota
Rakota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Rakota is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Rakota is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakota 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 Rakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakota 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 Rakota
Where is Rakota located?
Rakota village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakota is Boddagandi.
What is the pincode of Rakota?
The pincode of Rakota is 533483.
What is the population of Rakota?
Rakota had a total population of 132, including 63 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Rakota?
Rakota had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakota was 27.45%. Male literacy was 36.96% and female literacy was 19.64%.