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 Grama 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)
According to the 2011 Census, Raganipalle (Rural) village had a total population of 2,609 people, including 1,269 males and 1,340 females, living in 662 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 75.51% and female literacy at 56.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 562, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 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 Grama Panchayat of Raganipalle (Rural)?
The Grama 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) had a total population of 2,609, including 1,269 males and 1,340 females.
How many households are there in Raganipalle (Rural)?
Raganipalle (Rural) had 662 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raganipalle (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raganipalle (Rural) was 65.59%. Male literacy was 75.51% and female literacy was 56.29%.