Bommuluru - Bapulapadu, Krishna
Bommuluru is a village situated in the Bapulapadu mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bapulapadu and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Bommuluru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bommuluru is 589077. The village covers a total geographical area of 938 hectares and falls under the 521105 pincode. Eluru is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bommuluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bommuluru
As per Census 2011, Bommuluru village has a total population of 2,607 people, consisting of 1,291 males and 1,316 females. The village has 683 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,834 literate and 773 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bommuluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,607 | 1,291 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,141 | 568 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,834 | 941 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 773 | 350 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Bommuluru
Bommuluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bommuluru Khandrika | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Tallamudi | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Koyyuru | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Kalaparru | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Punukollu I | East | 2.75 km |
| Epuru | West | 2.78 km |
| Nandikeswarapuram | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Kokkirapadu | North | 3.30 km |
| Amrutalingampeta | South | 3.46 km |
| Bapulapadu | West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bommuluru
Bommuluru 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 78.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Bommuluru is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bommuluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bommuluru 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
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bommuluru
Where is Bommuluru located?
Bommuluru village is located in Bapulapadu Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bommuluru?
Bommuluru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bommuluru?
The pincode of Bommuluru is 521105.
What is the population of Bommuluru?
Bommuluru has a total population of 2,607, including 1,291 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Bommuluru?
There are 683 households in Bommuluru.
What is the literacy rate in Bommuluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bommuluru is 70.35%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 67.86%.