Kothuru
Kothuru is a Town and Mandal in Srikakulam District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kothuru Block (CD) is 04772. The total area of Kothuru Mandal is 206 km². Kothuru has a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kothuru Mandal
Kothuru Mandal has a total of 36 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kothuru Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Addangi | Gottipalli | Parlakimidi (orissa) (38 km) |
| 2 | Akulatampara | Akulatampara | Parlakimidi (orissa) (35 km) |
| 3 | Althi | Althi | Parlakimidi (orissa) (18 km) |
| 4 | Anguru | Somarajapuram | Parlakimidi (orissa) (30 km) |
| 5 | Balada | Balada | Parlakimidi (orissa) (20 km) |
| 6 | Bammidi | Bammidi | Parlakimidi (orissa) (22 km) |
| 7 | Boddaguda | Dimili | Parlakimidi (orissa) (22 km) |
| 8 | Chompa | Kuddigam | Parlakimidi (orissa) (14 km) |
| 9 | Dimili | Dimili | Parlakimidi (orissa) (16 km) |
| 10 | Gurandi | Gurandi | Parlakimidi (orissa) (38 km) |
| 11 | Irapadu | Erapadu | Parlakimidi (orissa) (42 km) |
| 12 | Kadumu | Kadumu | Parlakimidi (orissa) (20 km) |
| 13 | Kakaraguda | Jagannadhapuram | Parlakimidi (orissa) (20 km) |
| 14 | Kaligam | Kaligam | Parlakimidi (orissa) (40 km) |
| 15 | Karlemma | Karlemma | Parlakimidi (orissa) (22 km) |
| 16 | Kothuru | Kotturu | Parlakimidi (orissa) (22 km) |
| 17 | Kousalyapuram | Balada | Parlakimidi (orissa) (19 km) |
| 18 | Kuddigam | Kuddigam | Parlakimidi (orissa) (18 km) |
| 19 | Kurigam | Khurigam | Parlakimidi (orissa) (12 km) |
| 20 | Labba | Labba | Parlakimidi (orissa) (49 km) |
| 21 | Maharthapuram | Bammidi | Parlakimidi (orissa) (40 km) |
| 22 | Mathala | Mathala | Parlakimidi (orissa) (15 km) |
| 23 | Neradi | Metturu | Parlakimidi (orissa) (38 km) |
| 24 | Nivagam | Madanapuram | Parlakimidi (orissa) (20 km) |
| 25 | Parapuram | Gunabadhra | Parlakimidi (orissa) (36 km) |
| 26 | Pathapadu | Madanapuram | Parlakimidi (orissa) (25 km) |
| 27 | Peddamadi | Erapadu | Parlakimidi (orissa) (40 km) |
| 28 | Ponnuturu | Ponnuturu | Parlakimidi (orissa) (25 km) |
| 29 | Rayala | Rayala | Parlakimidi (orissa) (23 km) |
| 30 | Sandipolam | Vasapa | Parlakimidi (orissa) (40 km) |
| 31 | Shobhanapuram | Somarajapuram | Parlakimidi (orissa) (30 km) |
| 32 | Sirusuvada | Kuntibadra | Parlakimidi (orissa) (35 km) |
| 33 | Vasapa | Vasapa | Parlakimidi (orissa) (40 km) |
| 34 | Veeranarayanapuram | Kuddigam | Parlakimidi (orissa) (14 km) |
| 35 | Venkatapuram | Madanapuram | Parlakimidi (orissa) (25 km) |
| 36 | Vondrujola | Vendrujola | Parlakimidi (orissa) (49 km) |
Population of Kothuru Mandal
The population profile of Kothuru Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kothuru Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67,093 | 67,093 | N/A |
| Male Population | 33,532 | 33,532 | N/A |
| Female Population | 33,561 | 33,561 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,511 | 7,511 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,756 | 3,756 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,755 | 3,755 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 34,275 | 34,275 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 20,312 | 20,312 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 13,963 | 13,963 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 32,818 | 32,818 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 13,220 | 13,220 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 19,598 | 19,598 | N/A |
| Total Households | 17,148 | 17,148 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 67,093 people. Includes nearly 33,532 males and 33,561 females. Rural population is about 67,093 people.
- There are around 7,511 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,756 boys and 3,755 girls.
- Literate population is about 34,275 people. Non-literate population is around 32,818 people.
- There are nearly 17,148 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kothuru Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,801 | 10,801 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,236 | 5,236 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,565 | 5,565 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 8,911 | 8,911 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 4,407 | 4,407 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 4,504 | 4,504 | N/A |
| Population Density | 326 / km² | 326 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kothuru Mandal is approximately 10,801 people, including 5,236 males and 5,565 females. Around 10,801 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kothuru Mandal is about 8,911 people, including 4,407 males and 4,504 females. Around 8,911 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 326 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 326 people per sq. km.