Bokkar Khar - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Bokkar Khar is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Bokkarkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bokkar Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bokkar Khar is 439315. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.86 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Bokkar Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bokkar Khar
According to the 2011 Census, Bokkar Khar village had a total population of 625 people, including 304 males and 321 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.51%, with male literacy at 51.55% and female literacy at 37.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 579.
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 | 625 | 304 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 46 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 579 | 284 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 133 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 171 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Bokkar Khar
Bokkar Khar 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 Bokkar Khar
Bokkar Khar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bodla to Bokkar Khar is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Bokkar Khar is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bokkar Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bokkar Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bokkar Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bokkar Khar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bokkar Khar
Where is Bokkar Khar located?
Bokkar Khar village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bokkar Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bokkar Khar is Bokkarkhar.
What is the pincode of Bokkar Khar?
The pincode of Bokkar Khar is 491995.
What is the population of Bokkar Khar?
Bokkar Khar had a total population of 625, including 304 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Bokkar Khar?
Bokkar Khar had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bokkar Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bokkar Khar was 44.51%. Male literacy was 51.55% and female literacy was 37.55%.