Ramadurgam - Chippagiri, Kurnool
Ramadurgam is a village situated in the Chippagiri mandal of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chippagiri and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Kurnool. Ramadurgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramadurgam is 594422. The village covers a total geographical area of 3814 hectares and falls under the 518396 pincode. Guntakal is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ramadurgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramadurgam
As per Census 2011, Ramadurgam village has a total population of 3,925 people, consisting of 1,975 males and 1,950 females. The village has 751 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,927 literate and 1,998 illiterate residents. Additionally, 686 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramadurgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,925 | 1,975 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 221 | 244 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 336 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 1,185 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,998 | 790 | 1,208 |
Nearby Villages of Ramadurgam
Ramadurgam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmapuram | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Kaminahal | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Hardagiri | West | 4.86 km |
| Nagaradona | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Beldona | South-East | 5.86 km |
| Medehal | West | 6.47 km |
| Hathi Belgal | North | 7.58 km |
| Bommanahal | West | 8.54 km |
| Chinthakunta | South-West | 8.57 km |
| Halaharvi | North-West | 9.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramadurgam
Public transport in the Ramadurgam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sankaragummanur Halt, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Guntakal to Ramadurgam is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Ramadurgam is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramadurgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramadurgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramadurgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramadurgam 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 Ramadurgam
Where is Ramadurgam located?
Ramadurgam village is located in Chippagiri Mandal, Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramadurgam?
Ramadurgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramadurgam?
The pincode of Ramadurgam is 518396.
What is the population of Ramadurgam?
Ramadurgam has a total population of 3,925, including 1,975 males and 1,950 females.
How many households are there in Ramadurgam?
There are 751 households in Ramadurgam.
What is the literacy rate in Ramadurgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramadurgam is 49.10%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 38.05%.