Kothapeta - Vararamachandrapuram, Polavaram
Kothapeta is a village situated in the Vararamachandrapuram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from V.r.puram and around 194 km from Khammam. Mulkanapally serves as the Grama Panchayat for Kothapeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothapeta is 579240. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 533349 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Kothapeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothapeta
According to the 2011 Census, Kothapeta village had a total population of 141 people, including 71 males and 70 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.40%, with male literacy at 38.10% and female literacy at 12.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 24 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 47 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kothapeta
Kothapeta 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 Kothapeta
Kothapeta 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 Palwancha to Kothapeta is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Kothapeta is about 194 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothapeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothapeta 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 Kothapeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothapeta 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 Kothapeta
Where is Kothapeta located?
Kothapeta village is located in Vararamachandrapuram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Kothapeta?
The Grama Panchayat of Kothapeta is Mulkanapally.
What is the pincode of Kothapeta?
The pincode of Kothapeta is 533349.
What is the population of Kothapeta?
Kothapeta had a total population of 141, including 71 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kothapeta?
Kothapeta had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothapeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothapeta was 25.40%. Male literacy was 38.10% and female literacy was 12.70%.