Badama - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Badama is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Peda Bayalu and around 150 km from Visakhapatnam. Aradakota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badama is 583694. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Badama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badama
As per Census 2011, Badama village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 46 males and 56 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,217 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 37 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Badama
Badama 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 Badama
Badama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Anakapalle to Badama is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Badama is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badama 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 Badama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badama 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Badama
Where is Badama located?
Badama village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badama?
The Gram Panchayat of Badama is Aradakota.
What is the pincode of Badama?
The pincode of Badama is 531040.
What is the population of Badama?
Badama has a total population of 102, including 46 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Badama?
There are 23 households in Badama.
What is the literacy rate in Badama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badama is 16.67%. Male literacy is 19.57% and female literacy is 14.29%.