Bodanala - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Bodanala is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Patha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodanala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodanala is 436076. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.51 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Korba is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bodanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodanala
As per Census 2011, Bodanala village has a total population of 446 people, consisting of 222 males and 224 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodanala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 222 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 199 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 105 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 117 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Bodanala
Bodanala 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 Bodanala
Bodanala 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Korba to Bodanala is about 40 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 Bodanala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodanala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bodanala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodanala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bodanala
Where is Bodanala located?
Bodanala village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodanala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodanala is Patha.
What is the pincode of Bodanala?
The pincode of Bodanala is 495448.
What is the population of Bodanala?
Bodanala has a total population of 446, including 222 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Bodanala?
There are 115 households in Bodanala.
What is the literacy rate in Bodanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodanala is 36.55%. Male literacy is 47.30% and female literacy is 25.89%.