Bonkulapalem - Koyyuru, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Bonkulapalem is a village situated in the Koyyuru mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from Koyyuru and around 86 km from Visakhapatnam. Mulapeta serves as the Grama Panchayat for Bonkulapalem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bonkulapalem is 585654. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 531087 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bonkulapalem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bonkulapalem
According to the 2011 Census, Bonkulapalem village had a total population of 122 people, including 51 males and 71 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,392 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.02%, with male literacy at 73.47% and female literacy at 44.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 122 | 51 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 51 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 15 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Bonkulapalem
Bonkulapalem 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 Bonkulapalem
Bonkulapalem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Anakapalle to Bonkulapalem is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Bonkulapalem is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bonkulapalem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bonkulapalem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bonkulapalem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bonkulapalem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bonkulapalem
Where is Bonkulapalem located?
Bonkulapalem village is located in Koyyuru Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Bonkulapalem?
The Grama Panchayat of Bonkulapalem is Mulapeta.
What is the pincode of Bonkulapalem?
The pincode of Bonkulapalem is 531087.
What is the population of Bonkulapalem?
Bonkulapalem had a total population of 122, including 51 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Bonkulapalem?
Bonkulapalem had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bonkulapalem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bonkulapalem was 57.02%. Male literacy was 73.47% and female literacy was 44.62%.