Rayalpad - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Rayalpad is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Rayalpad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rayalpad is 621434. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.11 hectares and falls under the 563134 pincode. Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rayalpad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rayalpad
As per Census 2011, Rayalpad village has a total population of 2,427 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,224 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,732 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 285 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rayalpad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,427 | 1,203 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 223 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 140 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 1,732 | 940 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 263 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Rayalpad
Rayalpad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yendaguttapalli | South | 0.88 km |
| Kandlevaripalli | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Manjevaripalli | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Basavanapalli | North | 2.03 km |
| Madarankapalli | South | 2.04 km |
| Mudivaripalli | West | 2.55 km |
| Chirkorapalli | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Gudisivaripalli | North-West | 2.73 km |
| M.thummalapalli | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Sunnakal | South-East | 3.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rayalpad
Rayalpad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) to Rayalpad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Rayalpad is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rayalpad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rayalpad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rayalpad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rayalpad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rayalpad
Where is Rayalpad located?
Rayalpad village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rayalpad?
Rayalpad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rayalpad?
The pincode of Rayalpad is 563134.
What is the population of Rayalpad?
Rayalpad has a total population of 2,427, including 1,203 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Rayalpad?
There are 568 households in Rayalpad.
What is the literacy rate in Rayalpad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rayalpad is 71.36%. Male literacy is 78.14% and female literacy is 64.71%.