Korlakota - Amadalavalasa, Srikakulam
Korlakota is a village situated in the Amadalavalasa mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amadalavalasa and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Cheemalavalasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korlakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korlakota is 581403. The village covers a total geographical area of 733 hectares and falls under the 532186 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Korlakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korlakota
As per Census 2011, Korlakota village has a total population of 5,135 people, consisting of 2,579 males and 2,556 females. The village has 1,461 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,904 literate and 2,231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korlakota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,135 | 2,579 | 2,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 295 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 435 | 209 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 2,904 | 1,709 | 1,195 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,231 | 870 | 1,361 |
Nearby Villages of Korlakota
Korlakota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanumanthapuram | North | 1.51 km |
| Katyacharyulapeta | North | 2.07 km |
| Kalivaram | South | 2.44 km |
| Thogaragam | West | 2.53 km |
| Kothavalasa | West | 2.60 km |
| Bobbilipeta | North | 2.64 km |
| Kanugulavalasa | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Vedullavalasa | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Nimmathorlavada | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Gandredu | South-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korlakota
Korlakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dusi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Amadalavalasa to Korlakota is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Korlakota is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korlakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korlakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korlakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korlakota 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korlakota
Where is Korlakota located?
Korlakota village is located in Amadalavalasa Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korlakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Korlakota is Cheemalavalasa.
What is the pincode of Korlakota?
The pincode of Korlakota is 532186.
What is the population of Korlakota?
Korlakota has a total population of 5,135, including 2,579 males and 2,556 females.
How many households are there in Korlakota?
There are 1,461 households in Korlakota.
What is the literacy rate in Korlakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korlakota is 56.55%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 46.75%.