Raktakandi - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Raktakandi is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Araku Valley and around 110 km from Visakhapatnam. Madala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raktakandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raktakandi is 583942. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Raktakandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raktakandi
As per Census 2011, Raktakandi village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 51 males and 49 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raktakandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 44 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Raktakandi
Raktakandi 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 Raktakandi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Raktakandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Visakhapatnam to Raktakandi is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raktakandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raktakandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raktakandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raktakandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raktakandi
Where is Raktakandi located?
Raktakandi village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raktakandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raktakandi is Madala.
What is the pincode of Raktakandi?
The pincode of Raktakandi is 531149.
What is the population of Raktakandi?
Raktakandi has a total population of 100, including 51 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Raktakandi?
There are 22 households in Raktakandi.
What is the literacy rate in Raktakandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raktakandi is 12.00%. Male literacy is 13.73% and female literacy is 10.20%.