Ragamakka Palle - Donakonda, Prakasam
Ragamakka Palle is a village situated in the Donakonda mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Donakonda and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Indlacheruvu serves as the Grama Panchayat for Ragamakka Palle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ragamakka Palle is 590631. The village covers a total geographical area of 1768 hectares and falls under the 523305 pincode. Markapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Ragamakka Palle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ragamakka Palle
According to the 2011 Census, Ragamakka Palle village had a total population of 446 people, including 240 males and 206 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 69.19% and female literacy at 41.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 445.
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 | 446 | 240 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 239 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 146 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 94 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Ragamakka Palle
Ragamakka Palle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhumanapalle | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Indla Cheruvu | East | 3.00 km |
| Pochamakka Palle | South | 3.13 km |
| Manginapudi | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Padamati Venkata Puram | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Rudra Samudram | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Bada Puram | North-East | 5.74 km |
| Narasimhanayuni Palem | East | 5.91 km |
| Lakshmi Narayana Puram | South-East | 6.05 km |
| Mallam Peta | West | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ragamakka Palle
Ragamakka Palle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gajjelakonda, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Markapur to Ragamakka Palle is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Ragamakka Palle is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ragamakka Palle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ragamakka Palle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ragamakka Palle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ragamakka Palle 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 Ragamakka Palle
Where is Ragamakka Palle located?
Ragamakka Palle village is located in Donakonda Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Ragamakka Palle?
The Grama Panchayat of Ragamakka Palle is Indlacheruvu.
What is the pincode of Ragamakka Palle?
The pincode of Ragamakka Palle is 523305.
What is the population of Ragamakka Palle?
Ragamakka Palle had a total population of 446, including 240 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Ragamakka Palle?
Ragamakka Palle had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ragamakka Palle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ragamakka Palle was 56.52%. Male literacy was 69.19% and female literacy was 41.67%.