Boduvalasa - Sabbavaram, Anakapalli
Boduvalasa is a village situated in the Sabbavaram mandal of Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Sabbavaram and around 31 km from Visakhapatnam. Boduvalasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boduvalasa is 586038. The village covers a total geographical area of 345 hectares and falls under the 531035 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Boduvalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boduvalasa
As per Census 2011, Boduvalasa village has a total population of 1,723 people, consisting of 849 males and 874 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boduvalasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,723 | 849 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 601 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 248 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Boduvalasa
Boduvalasa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Elluppi | North | 1.74 km |
| Ayyannapalem | West | 2.43 km |
| Gullipalle | South | 2.91 km |
| Mogalipuram | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Antakapalle | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Denderu | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Santhapalem | East | 3.54 km |
| Sudivalasa | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Gulivindada | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Ganisettipalem | North-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Boduvalasa
Boduvalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottavalasa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Boduvalasa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Boduvalasa is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boduvalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boduvalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boduvalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boduvalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boduvalasa
Where is Boduvalasa located?
Boduvalasa village is located in Sabbavaram Mandal, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boduvalasa?
Boduvalasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boduvalasa?
The pincode of Boduvalasa is 531035.
What is the population of Boduvalasa?
Boduvalasa has a total population of 1,723, including 849 males and 874 females.
How many households are there in Boduvalasa?
There are 453 households in Boduvalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Boduvalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boduvalasa is 58.62%. Male literacy is 70.79% and female literacy is 46.80%.