Nasanakota - Ramagiri, Sri Sathya Sai
Nasanakota is a village situated in the Ramagiri mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Ramagiri and around 71 km from Anantapur. Madapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nasanakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nasanakota is 595323. The village covers a total geographical area of 6044 hectares and falls under the 515672 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Nasanakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nasanakota
As per Census 2011, Nasanakota village has a total population of 6,482 people, consisting of 3,275 males and 3,207 females. The village has 1,528 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 672 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,232 literate and 3,250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nasanakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,482 | 3,275 | 3,207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 672 | 347 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,127 | 1,066 | 1,061 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 3,232 | 1,913 | 1,319 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,250 | 1,362 | 1,888 |
Nearby Villages of Nasanakota
Nasanakota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kyathaganacherlu | South-West | 6.25 km |
| Narasampalle | North | 6.54 km |
| Muthavakuntla | East | 7.10 km |
| Ramagiri | South-East | 7.64 km |
| Vollur | South | 8.14 km |
| Makkinavaripalle | South-West | 8.24 km |
| Perur | West | 8.26 km |
| Elakkuntla | North-East | 8.88 km |
| Konetinayanipalyam | North-West | 10.16 km |
| Kondapuram | South-West | 10.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nasanakota
Nasanakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagasamudram, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmavaram to Nasanakota is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Nasanakota is about 71 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 Nasanakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nasanakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nasanakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nasanakota 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nasanakota
Where is Nasanakota located?
Nasanakota village is located in Ramagiri Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nasanakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Nasanakota is Madapuram.
What is the pincode of Nasanakota?
The pincode of Nasanakota is 515672.
What is the population of Nasanakota?
Nasanakota has a total population of 6,482, including 3,275 males and 3,207 females.
How many households are there in Nasanakota?
There are 1,528 households in Nasanakota.
What is the literacy rate in Nasanakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nasanakota is 49.86%. Male literacy is 58.41% and female literacy is 41.13%.