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
According to the 2011 Census, Bodanala village had a total population of 446 people, including 222 males and 224 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.06%, with male literacy at 51.72% and female literacy at 29.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 406.
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 | 446 | 222 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 446, including 222 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Bodanala?
Bodanala had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodanala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodanala was 41.06%. Male literacy was 51.72% and female literacy was 29.90%.