Raketla - Uravakonda, Ananthapuramu
Raketla is a village situated in the Uravakonda mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Uravakonda and around 55 km from Anantapur. Raketla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raketla is 594898. The village covers a total geographical area of 4428 hectares and falls under the 515822 pincode. Guntakal is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Raketla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raketla
As per Census 2011, Raketla village has a total population of 4,405 people, consisting of 2,230 males and 2,175 females. The village has 1,124 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 537 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,032 literate and 2,373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 720 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 393 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raketla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,405 | 2,230 | 2,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 268 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 400 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 204 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 2,032 | 1,242 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,373 | 988 | 1,385 |
Nearby Villages of Raketla
Raketla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amidala | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Peddakowkuntla | South-West | 5.55 km |
| Mopidi | North | 5.79 km |
| Mylarampalle | South | 6.12 km |
| Pennahobilam | North-East | 6.76 km |
| Kondapuram | North-East | 8.42 km |
| Indravathi | North | 8.46 km |
| Pedda Musturu | North | 8.59 km |
| Y.rampuram | South-West | 8.74 km |
| Korrakodu | South-East | 8.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raketla
Raketla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Venkatampalle, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| 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 Guntakal to Raketla is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Raketla is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raketla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raketla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raketla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raketla 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raketla
Where is Raketla located?
Raketla village is located in Uravakonda Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raketla?
Raketla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raketla?
The pincode of Raketla is 515822.
What is the population of Raketla?
Raketla has a total population of 4,405, including 2,230 males and 2,175 females.
How many households are there in Raketla?
There are 1,124 households in Raketla.
What is the literacy rate in Raketla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raketla is 46.13%. Male literacy is 55.70% and female literacy is 36.32%.