Bhupalapatnam - Rajanagaram, East Godavari
Bhupalapatnam is a village situated in the Rajanagaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajanagaram and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Bhupalapatnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhupalapatnam is 587413. The village covers a total geographical area of 669 hectares and falls under the 533107 pincode. Rajahmundry is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhupalapatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhupalapatnam
As per Census 2011, Bhupalapatnam village has a total population of 5,709 people, consisting of 2,877 males and 2,832 females. The village has 1,542 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 633 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,955 literate and 2,754 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhupalapatnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,709 | 2,877 | 2,832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 633 | 316 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 252 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,955 | 1,516 | 1,439 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,754 | 1,361 | 1,393 |
Nearby Villages of Bhupalapatnam
Bhupalapatnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| G. Yerrampalem | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Srikrishnapatnam | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Patha Thungapadu | East | 4.48 km |
| Konda Gunturu | South | 4.92 km |
| Palacharla | North | 5.90 km |
| Kesavaram | South-East | 7.30 km |
| Thokada | East | 8.26 km |
| Vemulapalle @ Seetayyapalem | South-East | 8.56 km |
| Jegurupadu | South | 8.65 km |
| Vemagiri | South-West | 8.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhupalapatnam
Bhupalapatnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kesavaram, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajahmundry to Bhupalapatnam is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Bhupalapatnam is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhupalapatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhupalapatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhupalapatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhupalapatnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhupalapatnam
Where is Bhupalapatnam located?
Bhupalapatnam village is located in Rajanagaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhupalapatnam?
Bhupalapatnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhupalapatnam?
The pincode of Bhupalapatnam is 533107.
What is the population of Bhupalapatnam?
Bhupalapatnam has a total population of 5,709, including 2,877 males and 2,832 females.
How many households are there in Bhupalapatnam?
There are 1,542 households in Bhupalapatnam.
What is the literacy rate in Bhupalapatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhupalapatnam is 51.76%. Male literacy is 52.69% and female literacy is 50.81%.