Marrikothavalasa - Amadalavalasa, Srikakulam

Marrikothavalasa is a village situated in the Amadalavalasa mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amadalavalasa and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Nimmathorlada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marrikothavalasa village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Marrikothavalasa is 581379. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 532186 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.

Marrikothavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Marrikothavalasa

According to the 2011 Census, Marrikothavalasa village had a total population of 641 people, including 312 males and 329 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.04%, with male literacy at 70.18% and female literacy at 47.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Marrikothavalasa

Marrikothavalasa 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Marrikothavalasa

Marrikothavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Srikakulam Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amadalavalasa to Marrikothavalasa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Marrikothavalasa is about 14 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 Marrikothavalasa

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marrikothavalasa village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Marrikothavalasa

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marrikothavalasa village are given below:

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