Ravipadu - Poduru, West Godavari
Ravipadu is a village situated in the Poduru mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poduru and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Ravipadu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravipadu is 588710. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 534267 pincode. Palacole is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ravipadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palacole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Narsapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ravipadu
As per Census 2011, Ravipadu village has a total population of 1,345 people, consisting of 656 males and 689 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravipadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,345 | 656 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 243 | 265 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 538 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 118 | 200 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neredumilli | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Vaddiparru | East | 1.99 km |
| Penumarru | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Gummaluru | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Gumparru | East | 3.36 km |
| Achanta Vemavaram | North | 3.63 km |
| Medapadu | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Penumadam | West | 3.80 km |
| Siragalapalle | South | 4.06 km |
| Valluru | East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravipadu
Ravipadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palakollu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palacole to Ravipadu is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Ravipadu 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ravipadu
Where is Ravipadu located?
Ravipadu village is located in Poduru 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 534267.
What is the population of Ravipadu?
Ravipadu has a total population of 1,345, including 656 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Ravipadu?
There are 380 households in Ravipadu.
What is the literacy rate in Ravipadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravipadu is 76.36%. Male literacy is 82.01% and female literacy is 70.97%.