Gottipalle - Anandapuram, Visakhapatnam
Gottipalle is a village situated in the Anandapuram mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandapuram and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Gottipalle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gottipalle is 586080. The village covers a total geographical area of 502 hectares and falls under the 531219 pincode. Bheemunipatnam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gottipalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gottipalle
As per Census 2011, Gottipalle village has a total population of 3,100 people, consisting of 1,563 males and 1,537 females. The village has 713 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,378 literate and 1,722 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gottipalle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,100 | 1,563 | 1,537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 183 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 252 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,378 | 799 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,722 | 764 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Gottipalle
Gottipalle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandaka | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Jagannadhapuram | West | 2.97 km |
| Pandrangi | North | 3.01 km |
| Anandapuram | South | 3.14 km |
| Pandalapaka | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Tatituru | East | 3.72 km |
| Vemulavalasa | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Revidi | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Kusuluvada | West | 4.02 km |
| Peddipalem | South-East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gottipalle
Gottipalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Alamanda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bheemunipatnam to Gottipalle is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Gottipalle is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gottipalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gottipalle 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 Gottipalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gottipalle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gottipalle
Where is Gottipalle located?
Gottipalle village is located in Anandapuram Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gottipalle?
Gottipalle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gottipalle?
The pincode of Gottipalle is 531219.
What is the population of Gottipalle?
Gottipalle has a total population of 3,100, including 1,563 males and 1,537 females.
How many households are there in Gottipalle?
There are 713 households in Gottipalle.
What is the literacy rate in Gottipalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gottipalle is 44.45%. Male literacy is 51.12% and female literacy is 37.67%.