Badimela - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Badimela is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Paderu and around 133 km from Visakhapatnam. Badimela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badimela is 584618. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Badimela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badimela
As per Census 2011, Badimela village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 290 males and 285 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 520 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badimela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 290 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 520 | 259 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 144 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 146 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Badimela
Badimela 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 Badimela
Badimela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Badimela is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Badimela is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badimela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badimela 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 Badimela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badimela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badimela
Where is Badimela located?
Badimela village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badimela?
Badimela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badimela?
The pincode of Badimela is 531024.
What is the population of Badimela?
Badimela has a total population of 575, including 290 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Badimela?
There are 165 households in Badimela.
What is the literacy rate in Badimela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badimela is 37.91%. Male literacy is 49.66% and female literacy is 25.96%.