Bodki - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Bodki is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Bodki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodki is 516651. The village covers a total geographical area of 676.49 hectares and falls under the 364130 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bodki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodki
As per Census 2011, Bodki village has a total population of 1,214 people, consisting of 594 males and 620 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 641 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,214 | 594 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 89 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 362 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 232 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Bodki
Bodki 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 Bodki
Bodki 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 Talaja to Bodki is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Bodki is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodki 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 Bodki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bodki
Where is Bodki located?
Bodki village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodki?
Bodki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bodki?
The pincode of Bodki is 364130.
What is the population of Bodki?
Bodki has a total population of 1,214, including 594 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Bodki?
There are 181 households in Bodki.
What is the literacy rate in Bodki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodki is 47.20%. Male literacy is 60.94% and female literacy is 34.03%.