Pentakota
Pentakota is a village located in Payakaraopeta mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Payakaraopeta (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam. As per 2009 stats, Pentakota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pentakota unique in its vibrant Payakaraopeta-Visakhapatnam region. You’ll see Pentakota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Pentakota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pentakota is 586473. The village spans a total geographical area of 726 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531127. Tuni is nearest town to Pentakota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Pentakota
Population of Pentakota
According to the 2011 Census, Pentakota has a total population of about 4,108, with approximately 2,073 males and 2,035 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.21%, with male literacy at about 46.55% and female literacy near 39.80%. There are around 1,068 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pentakota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,108 | 2,073 | 2,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 210 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 244 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,775 | 965 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,333 | 1,108 | 1,225 |
Connectivity of Pentakota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pentakota. As per the 2011 stats, Pentakota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pentakota
Knowing the nearby villages of Pentakota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pentakota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pentakota
- Where is Pentakota located?
- Pentakota village is situated in Payakaraopeta Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pentakota?
- Pentakota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pentakota?
- The pincode of Pentakota is 531127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pentakota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pentakota is 4,108, with 2,073 males and 2,035 females.
- How many households are there in Pentakota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pentakota village has a total of 1,068 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pentakota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pentakota is 43.21%. The male literacy rate is 46.55%, while the female literacy rate is 39.80%.