Ravulapuram - Bollapalli, Palnadu
Ravulapuram is a village situated in the Bollapalli mandal of Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Bollapalle and around 132 km from Guntur. Mannepallipadu Thanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ravulapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravulapuram is 590061. The village covers a total geographical area of 2237 hectares and falls under the 522663 pincode. Macherla is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Ravulapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ravulapuram
As per Census 2011, Ravulapuram village has a total population of 3,604 people, consisting of 1,836 males and 1,768 females. The village has 904 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 584 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,043 literate and 2,561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,019 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravulapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,604 | 1,836 | 1,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 584 | 291 | 293 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 306 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,019 | 518 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 715 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,561 | 1,121 | 1,440 |
Nearby Villages of Ravulapuram
Ravulapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marrivemula | West | 3.07 km |
| Gandiganumala | North | 4.86 km |
| Remidicherla | North-East | 8.42 km |
| Satha Kodu | South-West | 9.44 km |
| Gutlapalle | South | 10.11 km |
| Mutukula | South-West | 10.17 km |
| Gummanampadu | North-East | 11.52 km |
| Ayyannapalem | North-East | 13.12 km |
| Bollapalle | South-East | 13.57 km |
| Narasa Puram | South-West | 13.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravulapuram
Ravulapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Macherla, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 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 Macherla to Ravulapuram is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guntur to Ravulapuram is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravulapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravulapuram 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 Ravulapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravulapuram 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ravulapuram
Where is Ravulapuram located?
Ravulapuram village is located in Bollapalli Mandal, Palnadu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravulapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Ravulapuram is Mannepallipadu Thanda.
What is the pincode of Ravulapuram?
The pincode of Ravulapuram is 522663.
What is the population of Ravulapuram?
Ravulapuram has a total population of 3,604, including 1,836 males and 1,768 females.
How many households are there in Ravulapuram?
There are 904 households in Ravulapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Ravulapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravulapuram is 28.94%. Male literacy is 38.94% and female literacy is 18.55%.