Raipalem - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Raipalem is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Paderu and around 69 km from Visakhapatnam. Ayinada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raipalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raipalem is 584758. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Raipalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raipalem
According to the 2011 Census, Raipalem village had a total population of 137 people, including 69 males and 68 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.40%, with male literacy at 58.73% and female literacy at 33.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 32 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Raipalem
Raipalem 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 Raipalem
Raipalem 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Raipalem is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Raipalem is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raipalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raipalem 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 Raipalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raipalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raipalem
Where is Raipalem located?
Raipalem village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raipalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Raipalem is Ayinada.
What is the pincode of Raipalem?
The pincode of Raipalem is 531024.
What is the population of Raipalem?
Raipalem had a total population of 137, including 69 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Raipalem?
Raipalem had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raipalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raipalem was 46.40%. Male literacy was 58.73% and female literacy was 33.87%.