Raganipalle (Rural) - Punganuru, Annamayya
Raganipalle (Rural) is a village situated in the Punganuru mandal of Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Punganur and around 76 km from Chittoor. Raganipalle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raganipalle (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raganipalle (Rural) is 596544. The village covers a total geographical area of 1817 hectares and falls under the 517247 pincode. Punganur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Raganipalle (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raganipalle (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Raganipalle (Rural) village has a total population of 2,609 people, consisting of 1,269 males and 1,340 females. The village has 662 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,527 literate and 1,082 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raganipalle (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,609 | 1,269 | 1,340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 142 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 266 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 851 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 418 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Raganipalle (Rural)
Raganipalle (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kummaranatham | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Ethur | East | 3.20 km |
| Chadalla | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Melumdoddi | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Mangalam | West | 4.92 km |
| Bandlapalle | East | 5.05 km |
| Laddigam | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Etavakili | West | 5.91 km |
| Bheemaganipalle | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Battamdoddi | South-East | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raganipalle (Rural)
Raganipalle (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vayalpad, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punganur to Raganipalle (Rural) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chittoor to Raganipalle (Rural) is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raganipalle (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raganipalle (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raganipalle (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raganipalle (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Raganipalle (Rural)
Where is Raganipalle (Rural) located?
Raganipalle (Rural) village is located in Punganuru Mandal, Annamayya district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raganipalle (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Raganipalle (Rural) is Raganipalle.
What is the pincode of Raganipalle (Rural)?
The pincode of Raganipalle (Rural) is 517247.
What is the population of Raganipalle (Rural)?
Raganipalle (Rural) has a total population of 2,609, including 1,269 males and 1,340 females.
How many households are there in Raganipalle (Rural)?
There are 662 households in Raganipalle (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Raganipalle (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raganipalle (Rural) is 58.53%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 50.45%.