Kothuru - Cherla, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Kothuru is a village situated in the Cherla mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 60 km from Cherla and around 180 km from Khammam. Upparigudem serves as the Grama Panchayat for Kothuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothuru is 578853. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 507133 pincode. Manuguru is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Kothuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadrachelam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahabubabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothuru
According to the 2011 Census, Kothuru village had a total population of 159 people, including 82 males and 77 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.12%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 67.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 68 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 14 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kothuru
Kothuru is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kothuru
Kothuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manuguru to Kothuru is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Kothuru is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothuru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kothuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothuru 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothuru
Where is Kothuru located?
Kothuru village is located in Cherla Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Kothuru?
The Grama Panchayat of Kothuru is Upparigudem.
What is the pincode of Kothuru?
The pincode of Kothuru is 507133.
What is the population of Kothuru?
Kothuru had a total population of 159, including 82 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kothuru?
Kothuru had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothuru was 77.12%. Male literacy was 86.08% and female literacy was 67.57%.