Rudakota - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Rudakota is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Peda Bayalu and around 178 km from Visakhapatnam. Rudakota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rudakota is 583577. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 160 km away.
Rudakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rudakota
According to the 2011 Census, Rudakota village had a total population of 896 people, including 543 males and 353 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 650 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.45%, with male literacy at 85.74% and female literacy at 36.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 823.
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 | 896 | 543 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 823 | 501 | 322 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 433 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 110 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Rudakota
Rudakota 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 Rudakota
Rudakota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rudakota is about 160 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Rudakota is about 178 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 Rudakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rudakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rudakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rudakota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rudakota
Where is Rudakota located?
Rudakota village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rudakota?
Rudakota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rudakota?
The pincode of Rudakota is 531040.
What is the population of Rudakota?
Rudakota had a total population of 896, including 543 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Rudakota?
Rudakota had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rudakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rudakota was 67.45%. Male literacy was 85.74% and female literacy was 36.96%.