Boddapadu - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Boddapadu is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 190 km from Visakhapatnam. Panasaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boddapadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boddapadu is 583428. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Boddapadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boddapadu
According to the 2011 Census, Boddapadu village had a total population of 71 people, including 41 males and 30 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 732 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.08%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 10.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 29 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Boddapadu
Boddapadu 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 Boddapadu
Boddapadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Jeypore(orissa) to Boddapadu is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Boddapadu is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boddapadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boddapadu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Boddapadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boddapadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boddapadu
Where is Boddapadu located?
Boddapadu village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boddapadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Boddapadu is Panasaput.
What is the pincode of Boddapadu?
The pincode of Boddapadu is 531040.
What is the population of Boddapadu?
Boddapadu had a total population of 71, including 41 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Boddapadu?
Boddapadu had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boddapadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boddapadu was 23.08%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 10.34%.