Ramakrishnapuram - Palasa, Srikakulam

Ramakrishnapuram is a village situated in the Palasa mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palasa and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Grudasupuram serves as the Grama Panchayat for Ramakrishnapuram village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramakrishnapuram is 580272. The village covers a total geographical area of 632 hectares and falls under the 532243 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.

Ramakrishnapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Ramakrishnapuram

According to the 2011 Census, Ramakrishnapuram village had a total population of 213 people, including 97 males and 116 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.69%, with male literacy at 80.43% and female literacy at 58.49%.

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 Population21397116
Child Population (0–6 yrs)15510
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)000
Literate Population1367462
Illiterate Population772354

Nearby Villages of Ramakrishnapuram

Ramakrishnapuram 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
GopalapuramSouth-West2.12 km
LaxmipuramWest2.58 km
RittapaduSouth-East2.59 km
PeddabadamSouth2.61 km
SogodiyaWest2.78 km
TarlakotaEast2.88 km
GarudakhandiSouth-West3.13 km
KambrigamNorth-West3.17 km
BattupaduSouth-West3.58 km
SariyapalleSouth-West3.65 km

Transport and Connectivity of Ramakrishnapuram

Ramakrishnapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 154.3 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Railway StationNoAvailable within 2-5 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palasa Kasibugga to Ramakrishnapuram is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Ramakrishnapuram is about 90 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 Ramakrishnapuram

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramakrishnapuram village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 2-5 km
ATMNoAvailable within 2-5 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 2-5 km

Health Facilities in Ramakrishnapuram

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramakrishnapuram village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km

FAQs about Ramakrishnapuram

Where is Ramakrishnapuram located?

Ramakrishnapuram village is located in Palasa Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.

What is the Grama Panchayat of Ramakrishnapuram?

The Grama Panchayat of Ramakrishnapuram is Grudasupuram.

What is the pincode of Ramakrishnapuram?

The pincode of Ramakrishnapuram is 532243.

What is the population of Ramakrishnapuram?

Ramakrishnapuram had a total population of 213, including 97 males and 116 females.

How many households are there in Ramakrishnapuram?

Ramakrishnapuram had 70 households.

What is the literacy rate in Ramakrishnapuram?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramakrishnapuram was 68.69%. Male literacy was 80.43% and female literacy was 58.49%.