Kovvada - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Kovvada is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Kovvada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kovvada is 586123. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293 hectares and falls under the 531219 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kovvada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kovvada
As per Census 2011, Kovvada village has a total population of 2,557 people, consisting of 1,275 males and 1,282 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,372 literate and 1,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kovvada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,557 | 1,275 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 123 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 636 | 322 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,372 | 815 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 460 | 725 |
Nearby Villages of Kovvada
Kovvada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedaraopalle | North | 2.19 km |
| Katakapalle | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Penta | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Kantakapalle | West | 3.50 km |
| Chinaraopalle | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Tangudubilli | South | 4.47 km |
| Gandhavaram | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Ananthavaram | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Alamanda | North | 5.00 km |
| Nidigattu | North-West | 5.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kovvada
Kovvada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantakapalle, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Kovvada is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Kovvada is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kovvada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kovvada 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 Kovvada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kovvada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kovvada
Where is Kovvada located?
Kovvada village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kovvada?
Kovvada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kovvada?
The pincode of Kovvada is 531219.
What is the population of Kovvada?
Kovvada has a total population of 2,557, including 1,275 males and 1,282 females.
How many households are there in Kovvada?
There are 669 households in Kovvada.
What is the literacy rate in Kovvada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kovvada is 53.66%. Male literacy is 63.92% and female literacy is 43.45%.