Bachaluru - Gurthedu, Polavaram
Bachaluru is a village situated in the Gurthedu mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 95 km from Y.ramavaram and around 216 km from Kakinada. Boddagandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachaluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachaluru is 586650. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 533348 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Bachaluru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bachaluru
According to the 2011 Census, Bachaluru village had a total population of 463 people, including 224 males and 239 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.49%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 13.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 463.
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 | 463 | 224 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 224 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 84 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 140 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Bachaluru
Bachaluru 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 Bachaluru
Bachaluru 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peddapuram to Bachaluru is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Bachaluru is about 216 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachaluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachaluru 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 Bachaluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachaluru 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 Bachaluru
Where is Bachaluru located?
Bachaluru village is located in Gurthedu Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bachaluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachaluru is Boddagandi.
What is the pincode of Bachaluru?
The pincode of Bachaluru is 533348.
What is the population of Bachaluru?
Bachaluru had a total population of 463, including 224 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Bachaluru?
Bachaluru had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachaluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachaluru was 30.49%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 13.78%.