Katchalavada - Maredumilli, Polavaram
Katchalavada is a village situated in the Maredumilli mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Maredumilli and around 121 km from Kakinada. Pullangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katchalavada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katchalavada is 586530. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 533295 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Katchalavada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Katchalavada
According to the 2011 Census, Katchalavada village had a total population of 89 people, including 40 males and 49 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,225 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 59.38% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 21 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Katchalavada
Katchalavada 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 Katchalavada
Katchalavada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Katchalavada is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Katchalavada is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katchalavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katchalavada 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 Katchalavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katchalavada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katchalavada
Where is Katchalavada located?
Katchalavada village is located in Maredumilli Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katchalavada?
The Gram Panchayat of Katchalavada is Pullangi.
What is the pincode of Katchalavada?
The pincode of Katchalavada is 533295.
What is the population of Katchalavada?
Katchalavada had a total population of 89, including 40 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Katchalavada?
Katchalavada had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katchalavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katchalavada was 50.00%. Male literacy was 59.38% and female literacy was 42.86%.