Ravanapalle - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Ravanapalle is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Koyyuru and around 130 km from Visakhapatnam. Ravanapalle village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravanapalle is 585685. The village covers a total geographical area of 1093 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Ravanapalle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ravanapalle
According to the 2011 Census, Ravanapalle village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 414 males and 937 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 2,263 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.41%, with male literacy at 61.93% and female literacy at 75.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,268.
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 | 1,351 | 414 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,268 | 374 | 894 |
| Literate Population | 909 | 231 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 442 | 183 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Ravanapalle
Ravanapalle 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 Ravanapalle
Ravanapalle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anakapalle to Ravanapalle is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Ravanapalle is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravanapalle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravanapalle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ravanapalle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravanapalle 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ravanapalle
Where is Ravanapalle located?
Ravanapalle village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Ravanapalle?
Ravanapalle is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ravanapalle?
The pincode of Ravanapalle is 531087.
What is the population of Ravanapalle?
Ravanapalle had a total population of 1,351, including 414 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Ravanapalle?
Ravanapalle had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ravanapalle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravanapalle was 71.41%. Male literacy was 61.93% and female literacy was 75.33%.