Raju Palem
Raju Palem is a village located in Kotha Patnam mandal of Prakasam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kothapatnam (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Ongole. As per 2009 stats, Rajupalem is the gram panchayat of Raju Palem village.
Raju Palem has its own place in the vibrant Prakasam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Raju Palem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Raju Palem is 591348. The village spans a total geographical area of 555 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 523280. Ongole is nearest town to Raju Palem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Raju Palem
Below is a concise population overview of Raju Palem as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,427 | 1,730 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 208 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 267 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 1,638 | 976 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,789 | 754 | 1,035 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Raju Palem village:
- The total population of Raju Palem village is around 3,427, including approximately 1,730 males and 1,697 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 414 children aged 0–6 years in Raju Palem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Raju Palem village has 583 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 116 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Raju Palem village is about 47.80%, with male literacy at 56.42% and female literacy at 39.01%.
- There are around 898 households in Raju Palem village.
Connectivity of Raju Palem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Raju Palem. As per the 2011 stats, Raju Palem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Raju Palem
Knowing the nearby villages of Raju Palem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Raju Palem.
Frequently Asked Questions about Raju Palem
- Where is Raju Palem located?
- Raju Palem village is situated in Kotha Patnam Mandal, within the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Raju Palem?
- The Gram Panchayat of Raju Palem is Rajupalem (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Raju Palem?
- The pincode of Raju Palem is 523280, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Raju Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Raju Palem is 3,427, with 1,730 males and 1,697 females.
- How many households are there in Raju Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Raju Palem village has a total of 898 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Raju Palem as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Raju Palem is 47.80%. The male literacy rate is 56.42%, while the female literacy rate is 39.01%.