Ravilanka - Devipatnam, Polavaram
Ravilanka is a village situated in the Devipatnam mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Devipatnam and around 83 km from Kakinada. Indukuru serves as the Grama Panchayat for Ravilanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravilanka is 586641. The village covers a total geographical area of 516 hectares and falls under the 533354 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Ravilanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ravilanka
According to the 2011 Census, Ravilanka village had a total population of 470 people, including 242 males and 228 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.43%, with male literacy at 76.53% and female literacy at 62.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 303.
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 | 470 | 242 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 157 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 163 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 79 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Ravilanka
Ravilanka is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ravilanka
Ravilanka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rajahmundry to Ravilanka is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Ravilanka is about 83 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 Ravilanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravilanka 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 Ravilanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravilanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ravilanka
Where is Ravilanka located?
Ravilanka village is located in Devipatnam Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Ravilanka?
The Grama Panchayat of Ravilanka is Indukuru.
What is the pincode of Ravilanka?
The pincode of Ravilanka is 533354.
What is the population of Ravilanka?
Ravilanka had a total population of 470, including 242 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Ravilanka?
Ravilanka had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ravilanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravilanka was 69.43%. Male literacy was 76.53% and female literacy was 62.20%.