Kotcherla Kota - Donakonda, Prakasam
Kotcherla Kota is a village situated in the Donakonda mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Donakonda and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Kotcherlakota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotcherla Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotcherla Kota is 590634. The village covers a total geographical area of 2913 hectares and falls under the 523315 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kotcherla Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotcherla Kota
As per Census 2011, Kotcherla Kota village has a total population of 4,012 people, consisting of 2,086 males and 1,926 females. The village has 976 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,661 literate and 2,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,776 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotcherla Kota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,012 | 2,086 | 1,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 264 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,776 | 914 | 862 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 1,076 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,351 | 1,010 | 1,341 |
Nearby Villages of Kotcherla Kota
Kotcherla Kota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Siddayapalem | West | 2.34 km |
| Mallam Peta | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Thangirala Palle | North-West | 4.95 km |
| Ramapuram | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Ananthavaram | South | 5.31 km |
| Cumbampadu | North | 6.08 km |
| Manginapudi | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Idupur | South-West | 6.72 km |
| Rudra Samudram | North-East | 7.06 km |
| Bhumanapalle | East | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotcherla Kota
Kotcherla Kota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gajjelakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Kotcherla Kota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Kotcherla Kota is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotcherla Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotcherla Kota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotcherla Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotcherla Kota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotcherla Kota
Where is Kotcherla Kota located?
Kotcherla Kota village is located in Donakonda Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotcherla Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotcherla Kota is Kotcherlakota.
What is the pincode of Kotcherla Kota?
The pincode of Kotcherla Kota is 523315.
What is the population of Kotcherla Kota?
Kotcherla Kota has a total population of 4,012, including 2,086 males and 1,926 females.
How many households are there in Kotcherla Kota?
There are 976 households in Kotcherla Kota.
What is the literacy rate in Kotcherla Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotcherla Kota is 41.40%. Male literacy is 51.58% and female literacy is 30.37%.