Bokkellu - Paderu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Bokkellu is a village situated in the Paderu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Paravada and around 138 km from Visakhapatnam. Iradapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bokkellu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bokkellu is 584629. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 531024 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Bokkellu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bokkellu
According to the 2011 Census, Bokkellu village had a total population of 166 people, including 72 males and 94 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,306 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.18%, with male literacy at 56.90% and female literacy at 41.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 166 | 72 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 72 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 39 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Bokkellu
Bokkellu 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 Bokkellu
Bokkellu 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 Bokkellu is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Bokkellu is about 138 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 Bokkellu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bokkellu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bokkellu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bokkellu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bokkellu
Where is Bokkellu located?
Bokkellu village is located in Paderu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bokkellu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bokkellu is Iradapalli.
What is the pincode of Bokkellu?
The pincode of Bokkellu is 531024.
What is the population of Bokkellu?
Bokkellu had a total population of 166, including 72 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Bokkellu?
Bokkellu had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bokkellu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bokkellu was 48.18%. Male literacy was 56.90% and female literacy was 41.77%.