Kolamuru - Undi, West Godavari
Kolamuru is a village situated in the Undi mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Undi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Kolamuru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolamuru is 588611. The village covers a total geographical area of 1156 hectares and falls under the 534199 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kolamuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolamuru
As per Census 2011, Kolamuru village has a total population of 3,298 people, consisting of 1,639 males and 1,659 females. The village has 908 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,147 literate and 1,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 612 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolamuru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,298 | 1,639 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 146 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 612 | 315 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,147 | 1,091 | 1,056 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 548 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Kolamuru
Kolamuru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pamulaparru | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Kaligotla | North | 3.21 km |
| Uppuluru | East | 3.34 km |
| Panduvva | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Aredu | North | 3.82 km |
| Velivarru | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Arthamuru | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Chilukuru | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Undi | South | 4.64 km |
| Panduvvakhandrika | North-East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolamuru
Kolamuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Undi, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 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 Kolamuru is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Kolamuru is about 58 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 Kolamuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolamuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolamuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolamuru 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 Kolamuru
Where is Kolamuru located?
Kolamuru village is located in Undi Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolamuru?
Kolamuru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolamuru?
The pincode of Kolamuru is 534199.
What is the population of Kolamuru?
Kolamuru has a total population of 3,298, including 1,639 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Kolamuru?
There are 908 households in Kolamuru.
What is the literacy rate in Kolamuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolamuru is 65.10%. Male literacy is 66.56% and female literacy is 63.65%.