Kotturu - Pathapatnam, Srikakulam
Kotturu is a village situated in the Pathapatnam mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathapatnam and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Dhasaradhapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotturu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotturu is 580153. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 532213 pincode. Parlakimidi (orissa) is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kotturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Kotturu
Kotturu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konangi | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Dasupuram | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Tiddimi | East | 1.23 km |
| Dasaradhipuram | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Ippalapadu | East | 2.10 km |
| Angarasingi | North-East | 2.12 km |
| Praharajapalem | West | 2.28 km |
| Antharaba | North | 2.28 km |
| Pathapatnam | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Chinnamallipuram | South | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotturu
Public transport in the Kotturu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patapatnam, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parlakimidi (orissa) to Kotturu is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Kotturu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotturu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotturu
Where is Kotturu located?
Kotturu village is located in Pathapatnam Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotturu is Dhasaradhapuram.
What is the pincode of Kotturu?
The pincode of Kotturu is 532213.