Bowda
Bowda is a village located in Chintapalle mandal of Visakhapatnam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Chintapalle (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Visakhapatnam. As per 2009 stats, Kitumula is the gram panchayat of Bowda village.
Here you can discover what makes Bowda unique in its vibrant Chintapalle-Visakhapatnam region. You’ll see Bowda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bowda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bowda is 585334. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 531111. Anakapalle is nearest town to Bowda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 79km away.
Google Map of Bowda
Population of Bowda
According to the 2011 Census, Bowda has a total population of about 413, with approximately 213 males and 200 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 397. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.71%, with male literacy at about 48.36% and female literacy near 30.50%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bowda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 413 | 213 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 204 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 103 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 110 | 139 |
Connectivity of Bowda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bowda. As per the 2011 stats, Bowda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bowda
Knowing the nearby villages of Bowda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bowda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bowda
- Where is Bowda located?
- Bowda village is situated in Chintapalle Mandal, within the Visakhapatnam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bowda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bowda is Kitumula (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bowda?
- The pincode of Bowda is 531111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bowda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bowda is 413, with 213 males and 200 females.
- How many households are there in Bowda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bowda village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bowda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bowda is 39.71%. The male literacy rate is 48.36%, while the female literacy rate is 30.50%.