Rajapuram - Gooty, Ananthapuramu
Rajapuram is a village situated in the Gooty mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Gooty and around 60 km from Anantapur. Rajapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajapuram is 594745. The village covers a total geographical area of 532 hectares and falls under the 515401 pincode. Guntakal is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Rajapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rajapuram
As per Census 2011, Rajapuram village has a total population of 1,754 people, consisting of 529 males and 1,225 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 2,315 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,265 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 754 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,754 | 529 | 1,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 754 | 94 | 660 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | - | 47 |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 340 | 925 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 189 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Rajapuram
Rajapuram is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Marnepalle | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Kojjepalle | East | 2.65 km |
| Yerrathimmarayachervu | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Peddoddi | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Obulapuram | North | 5.14 km |
| Aniganidoddi | South | 5.30 km |
| Basinepalle | North-East | 5.41 km |
| Turakapalle | South-East | 6.06 km |
| Abbedoddi | South | 6.25 km |
| Erragudi | South | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajapuram
Rajapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gooty Jn, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guntakal to Rajapuram is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Rajapuram is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rajapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajapuram
Where is Rajapuram located?
Rajapuram village is located in Gooty Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajapuram?
Rajapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajapuram?
The pincode of Rajapuram is 515401.
What is the population of Rajapuram?
Rajapuram has a total population of 1,754, including 529 males and 1,225 females.
How many households are there in Rajapuram?
There are 272 households in Rajapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Rajapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajapuram is 72.12%. Male literacy is 64.27% and female literacy is 75.51%.