Racheruvurajupalem - Lingasamudram, Prakasam
Racheruvurajupalem is a village situated in the Lingasamudram mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lingasamudram and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Racheruvu Rajupalem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Racheruvurajupalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Racheruvurajupalem is 591564. The village covers a total geographical area of 1363 hectares and falls under the 523114 pincode. Kandukur is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Racheruvurajupalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Racheruvurajupalem
According to the 2011 Census, Racheruvurajupalem village had a total population of 675 people, including 327 males and 348 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.42%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 48.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 675 | 327 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 74 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 211 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 116 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Racheruvurajupalem
Racheruvurajupalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingasamudram | East | 3.71 km |
| Mogilicherla | West | 3.93 km |
| Jagamreddi Khandrika | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Narasimhapuram | South | 4.11 km |
| Pentrala | East | 5.64 km |
| Vengalapuram | North-East | 6.06 km |
| Nekunampeta | South-East | 6.67 km |
| Rallapadu | South-East | 6.73 km |
| Marrigunta | South | 6.78 km |
| Ayyavaripalle | North-West | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Racheruvurajupalem
Racheruvurajupalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tettu, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kandukur to Racheruvurajupalem is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ongole to Racheruvurajupalem is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Racheruvurajupalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Racheruvurajupalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Racheruvurajupalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Racheruvurajupalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Racheruvurajupalem
Where is Racheruvurajupalem located?
Racheruvurajupalem village is located in Lingasamudram Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Racheruvurajupalem?
The Gram Panchayat of Racheruvurajupalem is Racheruvu Rajupalem.
What is the pincode of Racheruvurajupalem?
The pincode of Racheruvurajupalem is 523114.
What is the population of Racheruvurajupalem?
Racheruvurajupalem had a total population of 675, including 327 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Racheruvurajupalem?
Racheruvurajupalem had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Racheruvurajupalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Racheruvurajupalem was 59.42%. Male literacy was 71.04% and female literacy was 48.77%.