Boddugudem - Chinturu, Polavaram
Boddugudem is a village situated in the Chinturu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chintur and around 159 km from Khammam. Edugurallapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boddugudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boddugudem is 579160. The village covers a total geographical area of 896 hectares and falls under the 533352 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Boddugudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boddugudem
According to the 2011 Census, Boddugudem village had a total population of 444 people, including 217 males and 227 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.30%, with male literacy at 42.02% and female literacy at 34.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 432.
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 | 444 | 217 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 214 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 138 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Boddugudem
Boddugudem 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 Boddugudem
Boddugudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palwancha to Boddugudem is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Boddugudem is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boddugudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boddugudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Boddugudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boddugudem 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 Boddugudem
Where is Boddugudem located?
Boddugudem village is located in Chinturu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boddugudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Boddugudem is Edugurallapalli.
What is the pincode of Boddugudem?
The pincode of Boddugudem is 533352.
What is the population of Boddugudem?
Boddugudem had a total population of 444, including 217 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Boddugudem?
Boddugudem had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boddugudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boddugudem was 38.30%. Male literacy was 42.02% and female literacy was 34.83%.