Korukollu - Palacoderu, West Godavari
Korukollu is a village situated in the Palacoderu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palacoderu and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Korukollu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korukollu is 588625. The village covers a total geographical area of 626 hectares and falls under the 534209 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Korukollu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korukollu
As per Census 2011, Korukollu village has a total population of 3,478 people, consisting of 1,679 males and 1,799 females. The village has 1,007 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,456 literate and 1,022 illiterate residents. Additionally, 878 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korukollu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,478 | 1,679 | 1,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 165 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 413 | 465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 2,456 | 1,240 | 1,216 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 439 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Korukollu
Korukollu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Eduru | North | 2.00 km |
| Skinnerapuram | East | 2.14 km |
| Mypa | West | 2.44 km |
| Mogallu | South | 2.81 km |
| Kanchumarru | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Seethalamkonde Padu | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Unikili | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Aravalli | East | 4.20 km |
| Garagaparru | West | 4.30 km |
| Kommara | North | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korukollu
Korukollu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravalli, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Korukollu is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Korukollu is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korukollu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korukollu 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 Korukollu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korukollu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korukollu
Where is Korukollu located?
Korukollu village is located in Palacoderu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korukollu?
Korukollu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korukollu?
The pincode of Korukollu is 534209.
What is the population of Korukollu?
Korukollu has a total population of 3,478, including 1,679 males and 1,799 females.
How many households are there in Korukollu?
There are 1,007 households in Korukollu.
What is the literacy rate in Korukollu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korukollu is 70.62%. Male literacy is 73.85% and female literacy is 67.59%.