Korthikota - Tanakal, Sri Sathya Sai
Korthikota is a village situated in the Tanakal mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Tanakal and around 135 km from Anantapur. Korthikota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korthikota is 595483. The village covers a total geographical area of 469 hectares and falls under the 515581 pincode. Kadiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Korthikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korthikota
As per Census 2011, Korthikota village has a total population of 895 people, consisting of 456 males and 439 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korthikota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 456 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 270 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 186 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Korthikota
Korthikota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maddinayanipalem | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Kalavapalle | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Kokkanti | West | 3.84 km |
| Edurudona | North | 4.97 km |
| Chennappagaripalle | South-West | 6.78 km |
| Agraharampalle | South-West | 7.24 km |
| Zunjurupenta | South-East | 7.63 km |
| Gudupalle | South | 7.86 km |
| Pedaballikothapalle | East | 8.10 km |
| Gootibylu | North | 8.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korthikota
Korthikota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tanakallu, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadiri to Korthikota is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Korthikota is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korthikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korthikota 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 Korthikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korthikota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korthikota
Where is Korthikota located?
Korthikota village is located in Tanakal Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korthikota?
Korthikota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korthikota?
The pincode of Korthikota is 515581.
What is the population of Korthikota?
Korthikota has a total population of 895, including 456 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Korthikota?
There are 231 households in Korthikota.
What is the literacy rate in Korthikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korthikota is 46.59%. Male literacy is 59.21% and female literacy is 33.49%.