Boddam
Boddam is a village located in Vepada mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Vepada (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Boddam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Boddam unique in its vibrant Vepada-Vizianagaram region. You’ll see Boddam’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 Boddam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Boddam is 582993. The village spans a total geographical area of 359 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535145. Vizianagaram is nearest town to Boddam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Boddam
Population of Boddam
According to the 2011 Census, Boddam has a total population of about 3,094, with approximately 1,523 males and 1,571 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 313 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 105 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.23%, with male literacy at about 61.26% and female literacy near 41.50%. There are around 795 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Boddam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,094 | 1,523 | 1,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 168 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,585 | 933 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,509 | 590 | 919 |
Connectivity of Boddam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Boddam. As per the 2011 stats, Boddam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Boddam
Knowing the nearby villages of Boddam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Boddam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Boddam
- Where is Boddam located?
- Boddam village is situated in Vepada Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Boddam?
- Boddam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Boddam?
- The pincode of Boddam is 535145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Boddam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Boddam is 3,094, with 1,523 males and 1,571 females.
- How many households are there in Boddam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Boddam village has a total of 795 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Boddam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Boddam is 51.23%. The male literacy rate is 61.26%, while the female literacy rate is 41.50%.