Bodar - Sonhat, Korea
Bodar is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from Sonhat and around 25 km from Baikunthpur. Bodar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodar is 431575. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.29 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodar
As per Census 2011, Bodar village has a total population of 823 people, consisting of 420 males and 403 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 823 | 420 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 306 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 114 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Bodar
Bodar 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 Bodar
Bodar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Bodar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bodar
Where is Bodar located?
Bodar village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodar?
Bodar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bodar?
The pincode of Bodar is 497339.
What is the population of Bodar?
Bodar has a total population of 823, including 420 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Bodar?
There are 219 households in Bodar.
What is the literacy rate in Bodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodar is 64.28%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 55.33%.