Ramachandra Puram - Darsi, Prakasam
Ramachandra Puram is a village situated in the Darsi mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darsi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Ramachandrapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramachandra Puram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramachandra Puram is 590826. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021 hectares and falls under the 523247 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Ramachandra Puram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramachandra Puram
As per Census 2011, Ramachandra Puram village has a total population of 1,546 people, consisting of 792 males and 754 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 917 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramachandra Puram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,546 | 792 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 113 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 242 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 399 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 393 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Ramachandra Puram
Ramachandra Puram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| East Venkata Puram | North | 2.16 km |
| Rajam Palle | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Ganeswara Puram | West | 2.92 km |
| Bala Puram | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Anna Varam | South | 3.68 km |
| Lankojana Palle | North | 3.69 km |
| Pamulapadu | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Kesavabhotla Palem | West | 4.61 km |
| East Choutapalem | East | 4.68 km |
| Jamukuladinne | South-East | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramachandra Puram
Ramachandra Puram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Potlapadu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ongole to Ramachandra Puram is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramachandra Puram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramachandra Puram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramachandra Puram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramachandra Puram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramachandra Puram
Where is Ramachandra Puram located?
Ramachandra Puram village is located in Darsi Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramachandra Puram?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramachandra Puram is Ramachandrapuram.
What is the pincode of Ramachandra Puram?
The pincode of Ramachandra Puram is 523247.
What is the population of Ramachandra Puram?
Ramachandra Puram has a total population of 1,546, including 792 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Ramachandra Puram?
There are 387 households in Ramachandra Puram.
What is the literacy rate in Ramachandra Puram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramachandra Puram is 40.69%. Male literacy is 50.38% and female literacy is 30.50%.