Racherla
Racherla is a Town and Mandal in Prakasam District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Racherla Block (CD) is 05132. The total area of Racherla Mandal is 359 km². Racherla has a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Racherla Mandal
Racherla Mandal has a total of 14 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Racherla Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
# | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
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1 | Akaveedu | Akaveedu | Markapur (65 km) |
2 | Anumula Palle | Anumalapalli | Markapur (45 km) |
3 | Bhupana Guntla | Satyavolu | Markapur (54 km) |
4 | Chinnagani Palle | Chinaganipalli | Markapur (55 km) |
5 | Chollaveedu | Chollaveedu | Markapur (50 km) |
6 | Dadanaguruvai Palle | Oddulavagupalli | Markapur (65 km) |
7 | Edavalli | Satyavolu | Markapur (57 km) |
8 | Gudimetla | Gudimetta | Markapur (54 km) |
9 | Jallivani Pullala Cheruvu | J P Cheruvu | Markapur (51 km) |
10 | Madhava Puram | Anumalapalli | Markapur (53 km) |
11 | Palakaveedu | Palakaveedu | Markapur (65 km) |
12 | Racherla | Kaluvapalli | Markapur (50 km) |
13 | Somidevi Palle | Somidevipalli | Markapur (68 km) |
14 | Venthurla Padu | Chinaganipalli | Markapur (62 km) |
Population of Racherla Mandal
The population profile of Racherla Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Racherla Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total Population | 35,080 | 35,080 | N/A |
Male Population | 17,459 | 17,459 | N/A |
Female Population | 17,621 | 17,621 | N/A |
Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,718 | 3,718 | N/A |
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,009 | 2,009 | N/A |
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,709 | 1,709 | N/A |
Literate Population | 20,234 | 20,234 | N/A |
Literate Male Population | 12,404 | 12,404 | N/A |
Literate Female Population | 7,830 | 7,830 | N/A |
Illiterate Population | 14,846 | 14,846 | N/A |
Illiterate Male Population | 5,055 | 5,055 | N/A |
Illiterate Female Population | 9,791 | 9,791 | N/A |
Total Households | 9,146 | 9,146 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 35,080 people. Includes nearly 17,459 males and 17,621 females. Rural population is about 35,080 people.
- There are around 3,718 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 2,009 boys and 1,709 girls.
- Literate population is about 20,234 people. Non-literate population is around 14,846 people.
- There are nearly 9,146 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Racherla Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total SC Population | 5,710 | 5,710 | N/A |
SC Male Population | 2,757 | 2,757 | N/A |
SC Female Population | 2,953 | 2,953 | N/A |
Total ST Population | 378 | 378 | N/A |
ST Male Population | 158 | 158 | N/A |
ST Female Population | 220 | 220 | N/A |
Population Density | 98 / km² | 98 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Racherla Mandal is approximately 5,710 people, including 2,757 males and 2,953 females. Around 5,710 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Racherla Mandal is about 378 people, including 158 males and 220 females. Around 378 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 98 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 98 people per sq. km.