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.
Boddam has its own place in the vibrant Vizianagaram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Boddam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Boddam village:
- The total population of Boddam village is around 3,094, including approximately 1,523 males and 1,571 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 313 children aged 0–6 years in Boddam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Boddam village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Boddam village is about 51.23%, with male literacy at 61.26% and female literacy at 41.50%.
- There are around 795 households in Boddam village.
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%.