Bondam - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Bondam is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Araku Valley and around 116 km from Visakhapatnam. Bondam village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bondam is 584082. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Bondam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bondam
According to the 2011 Census, Bondam village had a total population of 400 people, including 194 males and 206 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.82%, with male literacy at 69.51% and female literacy at 52.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 393.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 194 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 191 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 114 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 80 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Bondam
Bondam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bondam
Public transport in the Bondam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Bondam is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bondam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bondam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bondam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bondam 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bondam
Where is Bondam located?
Bondam village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Bondam?
Bondam is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bondam?
The pincode of Bondam is 531149.
What is the population of Bondam?
Bondam had a total population of 400, including 194 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Bondam?
Bondam had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bondam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bondam was 60.82%. Male literacy was 69.51% and female literacy was 52.81%.