Gollalakoderu - Palacoderu, West Godavari
Gollalakoderu is a village situated in the Palacoderu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacoderu and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Gollalakoderu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gollalakoderu is 588631. The village covers a total geographical area of 656 hectares and falls under the 534202 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gollalakoderu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gollalakoderu
As per Census 2011, Gollalakoderu village has a total population of 4,506 people, consisting of 2,246 males and 2,260 females. The village has 1,306 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 429 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,161 literate and 1,345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gollalakoderu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,506 | 2,246 | 2,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 235 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 180 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 3,161 | 1,631 | 1,530 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,345 | 615 | 730 |
Nearby Villages of Gollalakoderu
Gollalakoderu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Annavaram | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Palakoderu | East | 2.62 km |
| Kovvada | South | 2.84 km |
| Garagaparru | North | 2.87 km |
| Mahadevapatnam | West | 2.87 km |
| Narasimhapuram | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Kumudavalli | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Mogallu | East | 4.36 km |
| Chilukuru | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Narasimharajapura Agraharam | West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gollalakoderu
Gollalakoderu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bbra, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimavaram to Gollalakoderu is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Gollalakoderu is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gollalakoderu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gollalakoderu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gollalakoderu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gollalakoderu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gollalakoderu
Where is Gollalakoderu located?
Gollalakoderu village is located in Palacoderu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gollalakoderu?
Gollalakoderu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gollalakoderu?
The pincode of Gollalakoderu is 534202.
What is the population of Gollalakoderu?
Gollalakoderu has a total population of 4,506, including 2,246 males and 2,260 females.
How many households are there in Gollalakoderu?
There are 1,306 households in Gollalakoderu.
What is the literacy rate in Gollalakoderu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gollalakoderu is 70.15%. Male literacy is 72.62% and female literacy is 67.70%.