Arakatavemula - Rajupalem, Y.S.R. Kadapa
Arakatavemula is a village situated in the Rajupalem mandal of Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Rajupalem and around 70 km from Kadapa. Arkatavemula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arakatavemula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arakatavemula is 592897. The village covers a total geographical area of 1849 hectares and falls under the 516359 pincode. Proddatur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Arakatavemula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Arakatavemula
As per Census 2011, Arakatavemula village has a total population of 2,929 people, consisting of 1,463 males and 1,466 females. The village has 782 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,756 literate and 1,173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arakatavemula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,929 | 1,463 | 1,466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 216 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 190 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,756 | 1,003 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,173 | 460 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Arakatavemula
Arakatavemula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parlapadu | West | 3.12 km |
| Paidala | North | 4.38 km |
| Pottipadu | South | 4.73 km |
| Gadegudur | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Chinnasettipalle | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Doddanala | North-East | 5.21 km |
| G. Kothapalle | West | 5.26 km |
| Vellala | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Korrapadu | South-East | 6.27 km |
| Thondaladinne | East | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arakatavemula
Arakatavemula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalamalia, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Proddatur to Arakatavemula is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kadapa to Arakatavemula is about 70 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 Arakatavemula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arakatavemula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arakatavemula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arakatavemula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Arakatavemula
Where is Arakatavemula located?
Arakatavemula village is located in Rajupalem Mandal, Y.S.R. Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arakatavemula?
The Gram Panchayat of Arakatavemula is Arkatavemula.
What is the pincode of Arakatavemula?
The pincode of Arakatavemula is 516359.
What is the population of Arakatavemula?
Arakatavemula has a total population of 2,929, including 1,463 males and 1,466 females.
How many households are there in Arakatavemula?
There are 782 households in Arakatavemula.
What is the literacy rate in Arakatavemula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arakatavemula is 59.95%. Male literacy is 68.56% and female literacy is 51.36%.