Pigilam Kothapalem
Pigilam Kothapalem is a village located in Balayapalle mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Balayapalle (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Nellore. As per 2009 stats, Pegilam is the gram panchayat of Pigilam Kothapalem village.
Here you can discover what makes Pigilam Kothapalem unique in its vibrant Balayapalle-Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore region. You’ll see Pigilam Kothapalem’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pigilam Kothapalem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pigilam Kothapalem is 592406. The village spans a total geographical area of 246 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 524403. Venkatagiri is nearest town to Pigilam Kothapalem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pigilam Kothapalem village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Venkatagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tirupati Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pigilam Kothapalem
Population of Pigilam Kothapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Pigilam Kothapalem has a total population of about 629, with approximately 316 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 103. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.38%, with male literacy at about 54.11% and female literacy near 40.58%. There are around 169 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pigilam Kothapalem's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 316 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 48 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 171 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 145 | 186 |
Connectivity of Pigilam Kothapalem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pigilam Kothapalem. As per the 2011 stats, Pigilam Kothapalem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pigilam Kothapalem
Knowing the nearby villages of Pigilam Kothapalem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pigilam Kothapalem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pigilam Kothapalem
- Where is Pigilam Kothapalem located?
- Pigilam Kothapalem village is situated in Balayapalle Mandal, within the Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pigilam Kothapalem?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pigilam Kothapalem is Pegilam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pigilam Kothapalem?
- The pincode of Pigilam Kothapalem is 524403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pigilam Kothapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pigilam Kothapalem is 629, with 316 males and 313 females.
- How many households are there in Pigilam Kothapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pigilam Kothapalem village has a total of 169 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pigilam Kothapalem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pigilam Kothapalem is 47.38%. The male literacy rate is 54.11%, while the female literacy rate is 40.58%.