Bhadravaram - Yeleswaram, Kakinada
Bhadravaram is a village situated in the Yeleswaram mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Yeleswaram and around 50 km from Kakinada. Bhadravaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadravaram is 587065. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 533429 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bhadravaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhadravaram
As per Census 2011, Bhadravaram village has a total population of 2,464 people, consisting of 1,237 males and 1,227 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,327 literate and 1,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 618 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadravaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,464 | 1,237 | 1,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 136 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 618 | 294 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 683 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,137 | 554 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadravaram
Bhadravaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeluru | South-East | 1.80 km |
| China Sankarlapudi | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Peravaram | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Lingamparthi | West | 2.64 km |
| Siripuram | South | 3.84 km |
| Peda Sankarlapudi | North-East | 3.97 km |
| P. Jagannadhapuram | East | 4.60 km |
| Yeleswaram | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Yerravaram | South-West | 5.35 km |
| East Lakshmipuram | North | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhadravaram
Bhadravaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gollaprolu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Bhadravaram is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Bhadravaram is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadravaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadravaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhadravaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadravaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhadravaram
Where is Bhadravaram located?
Bhadravaram village is located in Yeleswaram Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadravaram?
Bhadravaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadravaram?
The pincode of Bhadravaram is 533429.
What is the population of Bhadravaram?
Bhadravaram has a total population of 2,464, including 1,237 males and 1,227 females.
How many households are there in Bhadravaram?
There are 677 households in Bhadravaram.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadravaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadravaram is 53.86%. Male literacy is 55.21% and female literacy is 52.49%.