Pothampeta - Lakkavarapukota, Vizianagaram
Pothampeta is a village situated in the Lakkavarapukota mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakkavarapukota and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Pothampeta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothampeta is 583038. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 535161 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Pothampeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pothampeta
As per Census 2011, Pothampeta village has a total population of 839 people, consisting of 425 males and 414 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pothampeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 839 | 425 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 53 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 233 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 192 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Pothampeta
Pothampeta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasampeta | South | 1.25 km |
| Banadi | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Ballanki | West | 1.81 km |
| Latchampeta | East | 2.04 km |
| Kudduvalasa | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Mycherlasingavaram | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Athava | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Neelakantapuram | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Kummapalle | South | 2.82 km |
| Mukundarajapuram | South-West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pothampeta
Pothampeta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lakkavarapukota, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Visakhapatnam to Pothampeta is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Pothampeta is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothampeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothampeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pothampeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothampeta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pothampeta
Where is Pothampeta located?
Pothampeta village is located in Lakkavarapukota Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothampeta?
Pothampeta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pothampeta?
The pincode of Pothampeta is 535161.
What is the population of Pothampeta?
Pothampeta has a total population of 839, including 425 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Pothampeta?
There are 226 households in Pothampeta.
What is the literacy rate in Pothampeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothampeta is 47.20%. Male literacy is 54.82% and female literacy is 39.37%.