Bodana Nes - Palitana, Bhavnagar
Bodana Nes is a village situated in the Palitana taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palitana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bodana Nes village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodana Nes is 516550. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.86 hectares and falls under the 364270 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bodana Nes village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palitana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodana Nes
As per Census 2011, Bodana Nes village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 439 males and 447 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodana Nes are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 439 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 284 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 155 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Bodana Nes
Bodana Nes 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 Bodana Nes
Public transport in the Bodana Nes 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 Palitana to Bodana Nes is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bodana Nes is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodana Nes
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodana Nes village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bodana Nes
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodana Nes 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bodana Nes
Where is Bodana Nes located?
Bodana Nes village is located in Palitana Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodana Nes?
Bodana Nes is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bodana Nes?
The pincode of Bodana Nes is 364270.
What is the population of Bodana Nes?
Bodana Nes has a total population of 886, including 439 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Bodana Nes?
There are 162 households in Bodana Nes.
What is the literacy rate in Bodana Nes?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodana Nes is 53.72%. Male literacy is 64.69% and female literacy is 42.95%.