Botikarlapadu - Atmakur, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Botikarlapadu is a village situated in the Atmakur mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atmakur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Padakandla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Botikarlapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Botikarlapadu is 591808. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 524307 pincode. Nellore is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Botikarlapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Botikarlapadu
As per Census 2011, Botikarlapadu village has a total population of 506 people, consisting of 244 males and 262 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Botikarlapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 506 | 244 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 167 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 77 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Botikarlapadu
Botikarlapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padakandla | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Sankavaram | North | 2.79 km |
| Gandlavedu | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Kistipuram | East | 4.12 km |
| Nallagonda | West | 4.28 km |
| Chinthalapalem | East | 5.75 km |
| Aravedu | South-East | 5.75 km |
| Gundemadakala | North | 6.22 km |
| Dubagunta | East | 7.18 km |
| Nandavaram | South-West | 7.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Botikarlapadu
Botikarlapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bitragunta, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nellore to Botikarlapadu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Botikarlapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Botikarlapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Botikarlapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Botikarlapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Botikarlapadu
Where is Botikarlapadu located?
Botikarlapadu village is located in Atmakur Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Botikarlapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Botikarlapadu is Padakandla.
What is the pincode of Botikarlapadu?
The pincode of Botikarlapadu is 524307.
What is the population of Botikarlapadu?
Botikarlapadu has a total population of 506, including 244 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Botikarlapadu?
There are 133 households in Botikarlapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Botikarlapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Botikarlapadu is 55.73%. Male literacy is 68.44% and female literacy is 43.89%.