Racherla - Peapully, Nandyal
Racherla is a village situated in the Peapully mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Peapally and around 85 km from Kurnool. Boincheruvupalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Racherla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Racherla is 594468. The village covers a total geographical area of 3563 hectares and falls under the 518220 pincode. Dhone is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Racherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Racherla
According to the 2011 Census, Racherla village had a total population of 5,012 people, including 2,599 males and 2,413 females, living in 1,195 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.50%, with male literacy at 66.49% and female literacy at 45.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 530, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 5,012 | 2,599 | 2,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 640 | 328 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 276 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 132 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 2,470 | 1,510 | 960 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,542 | 1,089 | 1,453 |
Nearby Villages of Racherla
Racherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nereducherla | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Munimadugu | North-East | 6.35 km |
| Jaladurgam | North-West | 7.96 km |
| Kunukuntla | South-East | 8.42 km |
| Madhavaram | North | 9.23 km |
| Kommemarri | West | 9.75 km |
| Uppalapadu | South-East | 11.42 km |
| Burugula | South | 11.43 km |
| Konuppalapadu | South | 11.68 km |
| Kocheruvu | North-West | 12.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Racherla
Racherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malkapuram, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 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 Dhone to Racherla is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Racherla is about 85 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 Racherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Racherla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Racherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Racherla 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 Racherla
Where is Racherla located?
Racherla village is located in Peapully Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Racherla?
The Gram Panchayat of Racherla is Boincheruvupalli.
What is the pincode of Racherla?
The pincode of Racherla is 518220.
What is the population of Racherla?
Racherla had a total population of 5,012, including 2,599 males and 2,413 females.
How many households are there in Racherla?
Racherla had 1,195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Racherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Racherla was 56.50%. Male literacy was 66.49% and female literacy was 45.69%.