Bhujabalapatnam - Kaikaluru, Eluru
Bhujabalapatnam is a village situated in the Kaikaluru mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Kaikalur and around 60 km from Machilipatnam. Bhujabalapatnam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhujabalapatnam is 589348. The village covers a total geographical area of 1263 hectares and falls under the 521340 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhujabalapatnam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhujabalapatnam
As per Census 2011, Bhujabalapatnam village has a total population of 6,046 people, consisting of 3,036 males and 3,010 females. The village has 1,737 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 627 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,093 literate and 1,953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhujabalapatnam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,046 | 3,036 | 3,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 627 | 337 | 290 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 310 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,093 | 2,143 | 1,950 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,953 | 893 | 1,060 |
Nearby Villages of Bhujabalapatnam
Bhujabalapatnam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singapuram | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Vadarlapadu | South | 2.15 km |
| Gonepadu | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Pallevada | East | 3.11 km |
| Seetanapalle | South | 3.42 km |
| Doddipatla | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Varahapatnam | South | 4.12 km |
| Atapaka | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Komatilanka | West | 4.40 km |
| Ramavaram | East | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhujabalapatnam
Bhujabalapatnam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pallevada, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Eluru to Bhujabalapatnam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Bhujabalapatnam is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhujabalapatnam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhujabalapatnam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhujabalapatnam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhujabalapatnam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhujabalapatnam
Where is Bhujabalapatnam located?
Bhujabalapatnam village is located in Kaikaluru Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhujabalapatnam?
Bhujabalapatnam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhujabalapatnam?
The pincode of Bhujabalapatnam is 521340.
What is the population of Bhujabalapatnam?
Bhujabalapatnam has a total population of 6,046, including 3,036 males and 3,010 females.
How many households are there in Bhujabalapatnam?
There are 1,737 households in Bhujabalapatnam.
What is the literacy rate in Bhujabalapatnam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhujabalapatnam is 67.70%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 64.78%.