Bodunuru - Kunavaram, Polavaram
Bodunuru is a village situated in the Kunavaram mandal of Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Kunavaram and around 200 km from Khammam. Karakagudem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodunuru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodunuru is 579104. The village covers a total geographical area of 184 hectares and falls under the 533351 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Bodunuru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bodunuru
According to the 2011 Census, Bodunuru village had a total population of 348 people, including 169 males and 179 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.26%, with male literacy at 51.35% and female literacy at 33.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 340.
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 | 348 | 169 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 166 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 93 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Bodunuru
Bodunuru 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 Bodunuru
Bodunuru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Palwancha to Bodunuru is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Bodunuru is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodunuru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodunuru 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 Bodunuru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodunuru 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 Bodunuru
Where is Bodunuru located?
Bodunuru village is located in Kunavaram Mandal, Polavaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodunuru?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodunuru is Karakagudem.
What is the pincode of Bodunuru?
The pincode of Bodunuru is 533351.
What is the population of Bodunuru?
Bodunuru had a total population of 348, including 169 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Bodunuru?
Bodunuru had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodunuru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodunuru was 42.26%. Male literacy was 51.35% and female literacy was 33.95%.