Buddavaram - Gannavaram, Krishna
Buddavaram is a village situated in the Gannavaram mandal of Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gannavaram and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Machilipatnam. Buddavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buddavaram is 589248. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040 hectares and falls under the 521101 pincode. Vijayawada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Buddavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buddavaram
As per Census 2011, Buddavaram village has a total population of 10,309 people, consisting of 4,953 males and 5,356 females. The village has 2,553 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 955 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,121 literate and 3,188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,961 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buddavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,309 | 4,953 | 5,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 955 | 503 | 452 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,961 | 854 | 1,107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 80 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 7,121 | 3,583 | 3,538 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,188 | 1,370 | 1,818 |
Nearby Villages of Buddavaram
Buddavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Allapuram | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Ajjampudi | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Buthumillipadu | South-East | 2.16 km |
| China Avutapalle | North | 2.60 km |
| Tarigoppula Khandrika | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Peda Avutapalle | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Velinutala | East | 3.39 km |
| Tarigoppula | South | 3.60 km |
| Gannavaram | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Veldipadu | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Buddavaram
Buddavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tenneru, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijayawada to Buddavaram is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Buddavaram is about 73 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 Buddavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buddavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Buddavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buddavaram 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 Buddavaram
Where is Buddavaram located?
Buddavaram village is located in Gannavaram Mandal, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buddavaram?
Buddavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Buddavaram?
The pincode of Buddavaram is 521101.
What is the population of Buddavaram?
Buddavaram has a total population of 10,309, including 4,953 males and 5,356 females.
How many households are there in Buddavaram?
There are 2,553 households in Buddavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Buddavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buddavaram is 69.08%. Male literacy is 72.34% and female literacy is 66.06%.