Raghavapatnam - Rowthulapudi, Kakinada
Raghavapatnam is a village situated in the Rowthulapudi mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Rowthulapudi and around 73 km from Kakinada. Raghavapatnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raghavapatnam is 586983. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 533446 pincode. Tuni is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Raghavapatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raghavapatnam
As per Census 2011, Raghavapatnam village has a total population of 1,211 people, consisting of 647 males and 564 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,061 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raghavapatnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 647 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,061 | 579 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 346 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 301 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Raghavapatnam
Raghavapatnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Challeru | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Satyavaram | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Jaldam | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Yeguvadarapalle | South-East | 4.06 km |
| D. Pydipala | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Gangavaram | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Yeguvasivada | East | 4.62 km |
| Chakirevulapalem | South | 4.82 km |
| Diguva Sivada | East | 5.53 km |
| Sarugudu | North | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raghavapatnam
Raghavapatnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Timmapuram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tuni to Raghavapatnam is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Raghavapatnam is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raghavapatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raghavapatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raghavapatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raghavapatnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raghavapatnam
Where is Raghavapatnam located?
Raghavapatnam village is located in Rowthulapudi Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raghavapatnam?
Raghavapatnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raghavapatnam?
The pincode of Raghavapatnam is 533446.
What is the population of Raghavapatnam?
Raghavapatnam has a total population of 1,211, including 647 males and 564 females.
How many households are there in Raghavapatnam?
There are 318 households in Raghavapatnam.
What is the literacy rate in Raghavapatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raghavapatnam is 43.93%. Male literacy is 53.48% and female literacy is 32.98%.