Raju Palem - Kotha Patnam, Prakasam
Raju Palem is a village situated in the Kotha Patnam mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothapatnam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Rajupalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raju Palem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raju Palem is 591348. The village covers a total geographical area of 555 hectares and falls under the 523280 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Raju Palem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raju Palem
As per Census 2011, Raju Palem village has a total population of 3,427 people, consisting of 1,730 males and 1,697 females. The village has 898 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,638 literate and 1,789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raju Palem are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Raju Palem
Raju Palem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ethamukkala | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Somavarappadu | West | 3.51 km |
| Alluru Kotha Patnam | North | 4.55 km |
| Madanur | South-West | 5.66 km |
| Payakari Khandrika | West | 6.05 km |
| Vasepallepadu | West | 6.06 km |
| Valluru Kavalimanyam | West | 9.04 km |
| Valluru | West | 9.12 km |
| Ananthavaram | South-West | 9.59 km |
| Turupunaidupalem | West | 9.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raju Palem
Raju Palem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Surareddipalem, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ongole to Raju Palem is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raju Palem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raju Palem 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 Raju Palem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raju Palem 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 Raju Palem
Where is Raju Palem located?
Raju Palem village is located in Kotha Patnam Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raju Palem?
The Gram Panchayat of Raju Palem is Rajupalem.
What is the pincode of Raju Palem?
The pincode of Raju Palem is 523280.
What is the population of Raju Palem?
Raju Palem has a total population of 3,427, including 1,730 males and 1,697 females.
How many households are there in Raju Palem?
There are 898 households in Raju Palem.
What is the literacy rate in Raju Palem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raju Palem is 47.80%. Male literacy is 56.42% and female literacy is 39.01%.