Ramannapalem - Penugonda, West Godavari
Ramannapalem is a village situated in the Penugonda mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Penugonda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Ramannapalem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramannapalem is 588678. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 534324 pincode. Tanuku is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Ramannapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramannapalem
As per Census 2011, Ramannapalem village has a total population of 3,059 people, consisting of 1,562 males and 1,497 females. The village has 782 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,097 literate and 962 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ramannapalem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,059 | 1,562 | 1,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 135 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 95 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,097 | 1,085 | 1,012 |
| Illiterate Population | 962 | 477 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Ramannapalem
Ramannapalem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Munamarru | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Vadali | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Tamarada | South | 2.03 km |
| Ilaparru | East | 2.46 km |
| Sidhantham | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Venkatramapuram | West | 2.51 km |
| Deva | South | 2.87 km |
| Mulaparru | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Kothalaparru | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Pittalavemavaram | North-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramannapalem
Ramannapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Velpuru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanuku to Ramannapalem is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Ramannapalem is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ramannapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramannapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramannapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ramannapalem 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ramannapalem
Where is Ramannapalem located?
Ramannapalem village is located in Penugonda Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramannapalem?
Ramannapalem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ramannapalem?
The pincode of Ramannapalem is 534324.
What is the population of Ramannapalem?
Ramannapalem has a total population of 3,059, including 1,562 males and 1,497 females.
How many households are there in Ramannapalem?
There are 782 households in Ramannapalem.
What is the literacy rate in Ramannapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramannapalem is 68.55%. Male literacy is 69.46% and female literacy is 67.60%.