Ravivalasa - Tekkali, Srikakulam
Ravivalasa is a village situated in the Tekkali mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tekkali and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. Ravivalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravivalasa is 580997. The village covers a total geographical area of 594 hectares and falls under the 532212 pincode. Palasa Kasibugga is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Ravivalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ravivalasa
As per Census 2011, Ravivalasa village has a total population of 3,167 people, consisting of 1,588 males and 1,579 females. The village has 813 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,819 literate and 1,348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravivalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,167 | 1,588 | 1,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 165 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 172 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,819 | 1,040 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,348 | 548 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Ravivalasa
Ravivalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaghavanupuram | West | 1.06 km |
| Srirangam | East | 1.54 km |
| Brundavanam | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Dharma Neelapuram | North | 1.65 km |
| Chintalagara | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Arikivalasa | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Tolusurupalle | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Meelasathivada | West | 2.61 km |
| Akkavaram | West | 2.67 km |
| Kaseepuram | South-East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravivalasa
Ravivalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tekkali Halt, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available 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 Ravivalasa is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Ravivalasa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravivalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravivalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ravivalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravivalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ravivalasa
Where is Ravivalasa located?
Ravivalasa village is located in Tekkali Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravivalasa?
Ravivalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ravivalasa?
The pincode of Ravivalasa is 532212.
What is the population of Ravivalasa?
Ravivalasa has a total population of 3,167, including 1,588 males and 1,579 females.
How many households are there in Ravivalasa?
There are 813 households in Ravivalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Ravivalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravivalasa is 57.44%. Male literacy is 65.49% and female literacy is 49.34%.