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
As per Census 2011, Bachaluru village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 224 males and 239 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bachaluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 224 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| 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 has a total population of 463, including 224 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Bachaluru?
There are 123 households in Bachaluru.
What is the literacy rate in Bachaluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachaluru is 23.97%. Male literacy is 37.50% and female literacy is 11.30%.