Ravipadu - Pentapadu, West Godavari
Ravipadu is a village situated in the Pentapadu mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pentapadu and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Ravipadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravipadu is 588507. The village covers a total geographical area of 1038 hectares and falls under the 534156 pincode. Tanuku is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ravipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ravipadu
As per Census 2011, Ravipadu village has a total population of 3,395 people, consisting of 1,733 males and 1,662 females. The village has 1,047 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,302 literate and 1,093 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravipadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,395 | 1,733 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 173 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 229 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,302 | 1,204 | 1,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,093 | 529 | 564 |
Nearby Villages of Ravipadu
Ravipadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| B.kondepadu | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Korumilli | South | 2.53 km |
| Bodapadu | West | 2.62 km |
| Chintapalle | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Alampuram | North | 2.87 km |
| Racharla | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Vallurupalle | West | 3.76 km |
| Duvva | East | 3.94 km |
| Kasipadu | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Meena Valluru | South | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravipadu
Ravipadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Prattiapadu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Tanuku to Ravipadu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Ravipadu is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravipadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravipadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ravipadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravipadu 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 Ravipadu
Where is Ravipadu located?
Ravipadu village is located in Pentapadu Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravipadu?
Ravipadu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ravipadu?
The pincode of Ravipadu is 534156.
What is the population of Ravipadu?
Ravipadu has a total population of 3,395, including 1,733 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Ravipadu?
There are 1,047 households in Ravipadu.
What is the literacy rate in Ravipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravipadu is 67.81%. Male literacy is 69.47% and female literacy is 66.06%.