Scotpeta - Laxminarasupeta, Srikakulam
Scotpeta is a village situated in the Laxminarasupeta mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Lakshminarsupeta and around 46 km from Srikakulam. Peddakollivalasa serves as the Grama Panchayat for Scotpeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Scotpeta is 580868. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 532459 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Scotpeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Scotpeta
According to the 2011 Census, Scotpeta village had a total population of 565 people, including 267 males and 298 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.94%, with male literacy at 80.17% and female literacy at 58.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 267 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 190 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 77 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Scotpeta
Scotpeta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Scotpeta
Scotpeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Amadalavalasa to Scotpeta is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Scotpeta is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Scotpeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Scotpeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Scotpeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Scotpeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Scotpeta
Where is Scotpeta located?
Scotpeta village is located in Laxminarasupeta Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Scotpeta?
The Grama Panchayat of Scotpeta is Peddakollivalasa.
What is the pincode of Scotpeta?
The pincode of Scotpeta is 532459.
What is the population of Scotpeta?
Scotpeta had a total population of 565, including 267 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Scotpeta?
Scotpeta had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Scotpeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Scotpeta was 68.94%. Male literacy was 80.17% and female literacy was 58.78%.