Bommuluru Khandrika - Bapulapadu, Krishna
Bommuluru Khandrika is a village situated in the Bapulapadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bapulapadu and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Bommuluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bommuluru Khandrika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bommuluru Khandrika is 589078. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 521105 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bommuluru Khandrika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bommuluru Khandrika
As per Census 2011, Bommuluru Khandrika village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 127 males and 120 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bommuluru Khandrika are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 127 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 40 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bommuluru Khandrika
Bommuluru Khandrika 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandikeswarapuram | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Bommuluru | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Punukollu I | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Tallamudi | West | 1.96 km |
| Amrutalingampeta | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Vasantawada-i | South | 2.65 km |
| Kalaparru | North | 2.95 km |
| Rajupeta | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Vasantawada-ii | South | 3.67 km |
| Epuru | North-West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bommuluru Khandrika
Bommuluru Khandrika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nuzvid, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bommuluru Khandrika is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Bommuluru Khandrika is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bommuluru Khandrika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bommuluru Khandrika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bommuluru Khandrika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bommuluru Khandrika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bommuluru Khandrika
Where is Bommuluru Khandrika located?
Bommuluru Khandrika village is located in Bapulapadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bommuluru Khandrika?
The Gram Panchayat of Bommuluru Khandrika is Bommuluru.
What is the pincode of Bommuluru Khandrika?
The pincode of Bommuluru Khandrika is 521105.
What is the population of Bommuluru Khandrika?
Bommuluru Khandrika has a total population of 247, including 127 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Bommuluru Khandrika?
There are 63 households in Bommuluru Khandrika.
What is the literacy rate in Bommuluru Khandrika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bommuluru Khandrika is 62.75%. Male literacy is 68.50% and female literacy is 56.67%.