Boha - Abdasa, Kachchh
Boha is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Karodiya Mota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boha is 507181. The village covers a total geographical area of 1601.03 hectares and falls under the 370450 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Boha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Boha
According to the 2011 Census, Boha village had a total population of 304 people, including 158 males and 146 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.84%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 57.63%.
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 | 304 | 158 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 108 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 50 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Boha
Boha 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 Boha
Public transport in the Boha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mandvi to Boha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Boha 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 Boha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boha 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 Boha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boha 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 Boha
Where is Boha located?
Boha village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boha?
The Gram Panchayat of Boha is Karodiya Mota.
What is the pincode of Boha?
The pincode of Boha is 370450.
What is the population of Boha?
Boha had a total population of 304, including 158 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Boha?
Boha had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boha was 69.84%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 57.63%.