Bodghat - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Bodghat is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 78 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Manganar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodghat is 451288. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.48 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Bodghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodghat
According to the 2011 Census, Bodghat village had a total population of 40 people, including 21 males and 19 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.14%, with male literacy at 26.67% and female literacy at 21.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 17 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Bodghat
Bodghat 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 Bodghat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bodghat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dantewada to Bodghat is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Bodghat is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodghat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bodghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodghat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bodghat
Where is Bodghat located?
Bodghat village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodghat is Manganar.
What is the pincode of Bodghat?
The pincode of Bodghat is 494450.
What is the population of Bodghat?
Bodghat had a total population of 40, including 21 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Bodghat?
Bodghat had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodghat was 24.14%. Male literacy was 26.67% and female literacy was 21.43%.