Rayanapadu - Vijayawada (Rural), Ntr
Rayanapadu is a village situated in the Vijayawada (Rural) mandal of Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Vijayawada Rural and around 85 km from Machilipatnam. Rayanapadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rayanapadu is 589213. The village covers a total geographical area of 834 hectares and falls under the 521241 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Rayanapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mylavaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayawada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rayanapadu
As per Census 2011, Rayanapadu village has a total population of 3,504 people, consisting of 1,742 males and 1,762 females. The village has 935 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,517 literate and 987 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rayanapadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,504 | 1,742 | 1,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 172 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,125 | 556 | 569 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 89 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 2,517 | 1,305 | 1,212 |
| Illiterate Population | 987 | 437 | 550 |
Nearby Villages of Rayanapadu
Rayanapadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paidurupadu | North | 2.20 km |
| Elaprolu | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Guntupalle (ct) | West | 3.08 km |
| Shabada | East | 3.18 km |
| Vemavaram | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Trilochanapuram | West | 4.62 km |
| Gudurupadu | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Tadepalle | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Malkapuram | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Kavuluru | North | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rayanapadu
Rayanapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rayanapad, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vijayawada to Rayanapadu is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Rayanapadu 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 Rayanapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rayanapadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rayanapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rayanapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rayanapadu
Where is Rayanapadu located?
Rayanapadu village is located in Vijayawada (Rural) Mandal, Ntr district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rayanapadu?
Rayanapadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rayanapadu?
The pincode of Rayanapadu is 521241.
What is the population of Rayanapadu?
Rayanapadu has a total population of 3,504, including 1,742 males and 1,762 females.
How many households are there in Rayanapadu?
There are 935 households in Rayanapadu.
What is the literacy rate in Rayanapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rayanapadu is 71.83%. Male literacy is 74.91% and female literacy is 68.79%.