Boda - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Boda is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Boda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boda is 516757. The village covers a total geographical area of 515.35 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Boda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boda
As per Census 2011, Boda village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 510 males and 481 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 991 | 510 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 62 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 360 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 150 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Boda
Boda 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 Boda
Boda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahuva to Boda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Boda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boda 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 Boda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Boda
Where is Boda located?
Boda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boda?
Boda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boda?
The pincode of Boda is 364295.
What is the population of Boda?
Boda has a total population of 991, including 510 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Boda?
There are 199 households in Boda.
What is the literacy rate in Boda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boda is 59.23%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 47.19%.