Kota
Kota is a Town and Mandal in Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kota Block (CD) is 05191. The total area of Kota Mandal is 163 km². Kota has a sex ratio of approximately 948 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kota Mandal
Kota Mandal has a total of 19 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kota Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allampadu | Aalampadu | Gudur (36 km) |
| 2 | Chendodu | Chendudu | Gudur (23 km) |
| 3 | Chittodu | Chittedu | Gudur (16 km) |
| 4 | Gudali | Gudali | Gudur (23 km) |
| 5 | Illukurupadu | Siddavaram | Gudur (34 km) |
| 6 | Karlapudi | Karlapudi | Gudur (34 km) |
| 7 | Kesavaram | Kesavaram | Gudur (20 km) |
| 8 | Kota | Kokkupadu | Gudur (25 km) |
| 9 | Kothapalem | Jarugumalli | Gudur (30 km) |
| 10 | Kothapatnam | Kothapatnam | Gudur (40 km) |
| 11 | Lakshmakka Khandriga Chembadipalem | Thinnela Pudi | Gudur (26 km) |
| 12 | Maddali | Maddali | Gudur (15 km) |
| 13 | Nellorepalle | Nellore Palli Kotha Palem | Gudur (32 km) |
| 14 | Putchalapalle | Puchalapalli | Gudur (41 km) |
| 15 | Rudravaram | Rudravaram | Gudur (20 km) |
| 16 | Siddavaram | Siddavaram | Gudur (35 km) |
| 17 | Thinnelapudi | Thinnela Pudi | Gudur (26 km) |
| 18 | Uthamanellore | Uthama Nellore | Gudur (34 km) |
| 19 | Vanjivaka | Vanjivaka | Gudur (30 km) |
Population of Kota Mandal
The population profile of Kota Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kota Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55,226 | 55,226 | N/A |
| Male Population | 28,337 | 28,337 | N/A |
| Female Population | 26,889 | 26,889 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,496 | 5,496 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,773 | 2,773 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,723 | 2,723 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 32,858 | 32,858 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 18,355 | 18,355 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 14,503 | 14,503 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 22,368 | 22,368 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 9,982 | 9,982 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 12,386 | 12,386 | N/A |
| Total Households | 14,682 | 14,682 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 55,226 people. Includes nearly 28,337 males and 26,889 females. Rural population is about 55,226 people.
- There are around 5,496 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,773 boys and 2,723 girls.
- Literate population is about 32,858 people. Non-literate population is around 22,368 people.
- There are nearly 14,682 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kota Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 16,505 | 16,505 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,396 | 8,396 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 8,109 | 8,109 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 8,963 | 8,963 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 4,894 | 4,894 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 4,069 | 4,069 | N/A |
| Population Density | 339 / km² | 339 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kota Mandal is approximately 16,505 people, including 8,396 males and 8,109 females. Around 16,505 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kota Mandal is about 8,963 people, including 4,894 males and 4,069 females. Around 8,963 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 339 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 339 people per sq. km.