Bofa - Nasvadi, Chhotaudepur
Bofa is a village situated in the Nasvadi taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Nasvadi and around 104 km from Vadodara. Chhaktar Umarva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bofa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bofa is 520585. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.27 hectares and falls under the 391152 pincode. Nasvadi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bofa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bofa
According to the 2011 Census, Bofa village had a total population of 674 people, including 340 males and 334 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.16%, with male literacy at 56.23% and female literacy at 45.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 662.
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 | 674 | 340 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 662 | 333 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 149 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 191 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Bofa
Bofa 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 Bofa
Bofa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nasvadi to Bofa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Bofa is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bofa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bofa 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 Bofa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bofa 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 Bofa
Where is Bofa located?
Bofa village is located in Nasvadi Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bofa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bofa is Chhaktar Umarva.
What is the pincode of Bofa?
The pincode of Bofa is 391152.
What is the population of Bofa?
Bofa had a total population of 674, including 340 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Bofa?
Bofa had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bofa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bofa was 51.16%. Male literacy was 56.23% and female literacy was 45.85%.