Kothavalasa - Bheemunipatnam, Visakhapatnam
Kothavalasa is a village situated in the Bheemunipatnam mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bheemunipatnam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothavalasa is 586143. The village covers a total geographical area of 455 hectares and falls under the 531163 pincode. Bheemunipatnam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Population of Kothavalasa
As per Census 2011, Kothavalasa village has a total population of 1,346 people, consisting of 727 males and 619 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothavalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,346 | 727 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 446 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 281 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Kothavalasa
Kothavalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jayanthivani Agraharam | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Vellanki | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Nidigattu | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Peddipalem | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Vemulavalasa | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Chepalappada | South | 3.98 km |
| Gambheeram | West | 4.99 km |
| Anandapuram | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Mulakuddu (ct) | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Tatituru | North | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothavalasa
The nearest railway station is Alamanda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bheemunipatnam to Kothavalasa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kothavalasa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kothavalasa
Where is Kothavalasa located?
Kothavalasa village is located in Bheemunipatnam Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Kothavalasa?
The pincode of Kothavalasa is 531163.
What is the population of Kothavalasa?
Kothavalasa has a total population of 1,346, including 727 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Kothavalasa?
There are 278 households in Kothavalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Kothavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothavalasa is 55.13%. Male literacy is 61.35% and female literacy is 47.82%.