Kollaparru - Akividu, West Godavari
Kollaparru is a village situated in the Akividu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akividu and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Kollaparru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kollaparru is 588593. The village covers a total geographical area of 1087 hectares and falls under the 534235 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kollaparru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kollaparru
As per Census 2011, Kollaparru village has a total population of 2,894 people, consisting of 1,479 males and 1,415 females. The village has 872 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,820 literate and 1,074 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kollaparru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,894 | 1,479 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 152 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,820 | 939 | 881 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,074 | 540 | 534 |
Nearby Villages of Kollaparru
Kollaparru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gummuluru | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Dharmapuram | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Chinakapavaram | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Taratava | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Siddapuram | West | 3.69 km |
| Madivada | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Akividu | South | 4.10 km |
| Pedakapavaram | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Kottada | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Dumpagadapa | South-West | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kollaparru
Kollaparru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Akividu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bhimavaram to Kollaparru is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kollaparru is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kollaparru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kollaparru 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 Kollaparru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kollaparru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kollaparru
Where is Kollaparru located?
Kollaparru village is located in Akividu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kollaparru?
Kollaparru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kollaparru?
The pincode of Kollaparru is 534235.
What is the population of Kollaparru?
Kollaparru has a total population of 2,894, including 1,479 males and 1,415 females.
How many households are there in Kollaparru?
There are 872 households in Kollaparru.
What is the literacy rate in Kollaparru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kollaparru is 62.89%. Male literacy is 63.49% and female literacy is 62.26%.