Korapa Kothavalasa - Dattirajeru, Vizianagaram
Korapa Kothavalasa is a village situated in the Dattirajeru mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dattirajeru and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. K.kothavalasa serves as the Grama Panchayat for Korapa Kothavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korapa Kothavalasa is 582654. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 535579 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Korapa Kothavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korapa Kothavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Korapa Kothavalasa village had a total population of 1,966 people, including 998 males and 968 females, living in 493 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.40%, with male literacy at 57.64% and female literacy at 35.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 998 | 968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 115 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 509 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,148 | 489 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Korapa Kothavalasa
Korapa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Korapa | North | 1.23 km |
| Cherakupalle | East | 1.61 km |
| Marrivalasa | South-West | 1.76 km |
| S. Burjavalasa | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Pachalavalasa | South-East | 2.19 km |
| S.chintalavalasa | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Chowdantivalasa | North | 3.24 km |
| Rompallivalasa | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Bhojarajupuram | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Maradam | South | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korapa Kothavalasa
Korapa Kothavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maradam Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bobbili to Korapa Kothavalasa is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Korapa Kothavalasa is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korapa Kothavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korapa Kothavalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korapa Kothavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korapa Kothavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korapa Kothavalasa
Where is Korapa Kothavalasa located?
Korapa Kothavalasa village is located in Dattirajeru Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Korapa Kothavalasa?
The Grama Panchayat of Korapa Kothavalasa is K.kothavalasa.
What is the pincode of Korapa Kothavalasa?
The pincode of Korapa Kothavalasa is 535579.
What is the population of Korapa Kothavalasa?
Korapa Kothavalasa had a total population of 1,966, including 998 males and 968 females.
How many households are there in Korapa Kothavalasa?
Korapa Kothavalasa had 493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korapa Kothavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korapa Kothavalasa was 46.40%. Male literacy was 57.64% and female literacy was 35.11%.