Badadam - Addateegala, Polavaram
Badadam is a village situated in the Addateegala mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Addateegala and around 71 km from Kakinada. Matlapadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badadam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badadam is 586866. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 533428 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Badadam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badadam
According to the 2011 Census, Badadam village had a total population of 159 people, including 73 males and 86 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.77%, with male literacy at 57.58% and female literacy at 35.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 73 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 73 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 35 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Badadam
Badadam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Badadam
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Badadam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Badadam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Badadam is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badadam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badadam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Badadam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badadam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Badadam
Where is Badadam located?
Badadam village is located in Addateegala Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badadam?
The Gram Panchayat of Badadam is Matlapadu.
What is the pincode of Badadam?
The pincode of Badadam is 533428.
What is the population of Badadam?
Badadam had a total population of 159, including 73 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Badadam?
Badadam had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badadam was 45.77%. Male literacy was 57.58% and female literacy was 35.53%.