Boppadam - Nellimarla, Vizianagaram
Boppadam is a village situated in the Nellimarla mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nellimarla and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Boppadam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boppadam is 583159. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 535218 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Boppadam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boppadam
As per Census 2011, Boppadam village has a total population of 2,350 people, consisting of 1,247 males and 1,103 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,190 literate and 1,160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boppadam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,350 | 1,247 | 1,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 164 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 732 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 515 | 645 |
Nearby Villages of Boppadam
Boppadam 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 Boppadam
Boppadam 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 Vizianagaram to Boppadam is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boppadam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boppadam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boppadam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boppadam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boppadam
Where is Boppadam located?
Boppadam village is located in Nellimarla Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boppadam?
Boppadam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boppadam?
The pincode of Boppadam is 535218.
What is the population of Boppadam?
Boppadam has a total population of 2,350, including 1,247 males and 1,103 females.
How many households are there in Boppadam?
There are 570 households in Boppadam.
What is the literacy rate in Boppadam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boppadam is 50.64%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 41.52%.