Badiyapadu - Dumbriguda, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Badiyapadu is a village situated in the Dumbriguda mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Dumbriguda and around 135 km from Visakhapatnam. Sovva serves as the Grama Panchayat for Badiyapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badiyapadu is 583863. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 531151 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Badiyapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badiyapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Badiyapadu village had a total population of 35 people, including 13 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,692 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.75%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 4 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Badiyapadu
Badiyapadu 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 Badiyapadu
Public transport in the Badiyapadu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vizianagaram to Badiyapadu is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Badiyapadu is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badiyapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badiyapadu 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 Badiyapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badiyapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badiyapadu
Where is Badiyapadu located?
Badiyapadu village is located in Dumbriguda Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Badiyapadu?
The Grama Panchayat of Badiyapadu is Sovva.
What is the pincode of Badiyapadu?
The pincode of Badiyapadu is 531151.
What is the population of Badiyapadu?
Badiyapadu had a total population of 35, including 13 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Badiyapadu?
Badiyapadu had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badiyapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badiyapadu was 43.75%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 26.32%.