Kothacheruvu - Kothacheruvu, Sri Sathya Sai
Kothacheruvu is a village situated in the Kothacheruvu mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Anantapur. K.nagireddy Palli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothacheruvu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothacheruvu is 595298. The village covers a total geographical area of 1728 hectares and falls under the 515133 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kothacheruvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothacheruvu
According to the 2011 Census, Kothacheruvu village had a total population of 14,564 people, including 7,321 males and 7,243 females, living in 3,861 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.31%, with male literacy at 76.84% and female literacy at 59.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 906, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 14,564 | 7,321 | 7,243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,510 | 787 | 723 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 906 | 454 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 140 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 8,917 | 5,021 | 3,896 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,647 | 2,300 | 3,347 |
Nearby Villages of Kothacheruvu
Kothacheruvu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingareddipalle | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Vangampalle | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Thippa Batlapalle | West | 2.84 km |
| Iragampalle | West | 3.20 km |
| Kanisettipalle | North | 3.69 km |
| Tirumaladevarapalle | North | 3.75 km |
| K.locharla | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Vemuletipalle | North-West | 5.42 km |
| Bukkapatnam | East | 5.43 km |
| Kodapaganipalle | North | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothacheruvu
Kothacheruvu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kothacheruvu, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmavaram to Kothacheruvu is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Kothacheruvu is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothacheruvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothacheruvu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothacheruvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothacheruvu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothacheruvu
Where is Kothacheruvu located?
Kothacheruvu village is located in Kothacheruvu Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothacheruvu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothacheruvu is K.nagireddy Palli.
What is the pincode of Kothacheruvu?
The pincode of Kothacheruvu is 515133.
What is the population of Kothacheruvu?
Kothacheruvu had a total population of 14,564, including 7,321 males and 7,243 females.
How many households are there in Kothacheruvu?
Kothacheruvu had 3,861 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothacheruvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothacheruvu was 68.31%. Male literacy was 76.84% and female literacy was 59.75%.