Rayakuduru - Veeravasaram, West Godavari
Rayakuduru is a village situated in the Veeravasaram mandal of West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Veeravasaram and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Eluru. Chintalakotigaruvu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rayakuduru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rayakuduru is 588717. The village covers a total geographical area of 1215 hectares and falls under the 534247 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Rayakuduru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rayakuduru
As per Census 2011, Rayakuduru village has a total population of 8,883 people, consisting of 4,461 males and 4,422 females. The village has 2,511 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 780 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,411 literate and 2,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rayakuduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,883 | 4,461 | 4,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 780 | 398 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,337 | 679 | 658 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 6,411 | 3,408 | 3,003 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,472 | 1,053 | 1,419 |
Nearby Villages of Rayakuduru
Rayakuduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palamuru | South | 2.04 km |
| Panjavemavaram | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Aratlakatla | East | 2.57 km |
| Thokalapudi | West | 2.76 km |
| Ballipadu | South | 3.43 km |
| Madugupolavaram | North | 3.51 km |
| Konithiwada | North | 3.83 km |
| Dagguluru | South | 3.93 km |
| Kapavaram | East | 4.07 km |
| Kommuchikkala | North-East | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rayakuduru
Rayakuduru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sivadevunichkla, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhimavaram to Rayakuduru is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Eluru to Rayakuduru is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rayakuduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rayakuduru 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 Rayakuduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rayakuduru 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 Rayakuduru
Where is Rayakuduru located?
Rayakuduru village is located in Veeravasaram Mandal, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rayakuduru?
The Gram Panchayat of Rayakuduru is Chintalakotigaruvu.
What is the pincode of Rayakuduru?
The pincode of Rayakuduru is 534247.
What is the population of Rayakuduru?
Rayakuduru has a total population of 8,883, including 4,461 males and 4,422 females.
How many households are there in Rayakuduru?
There are 2,511 households in Rayakuduru.
What is the literacy rate in Rayakuduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rayakuduru is 72.17%. Male literacy is 76.40% and female literacy is 67.91%.