Bodha - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Bodha is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Bhoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodha is 058404. The village covers a total geographical area of 236 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Bodha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodha
As per Census 2011, Bodha village has a total population of 1,046 people, consisting of 561 males and 485 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,046 | 561 | 485 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 100 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 25 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 364 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 197 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Bodha
Bodha 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 Bodha
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bodha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Bodha is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bodha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bodha
Where is Bodha located?
Bodha village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodha is Bhoda.
What is the pincode of Bodha?
The pincode of Bodha is 136128.
What is the population of Bodha?
Bodha has a total population of 1,046, including 561 males and 485 females.
How many households are there in Bodha?
There are 193 households in Bodha.
What is the literacy rate in Bodha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodha is 56.69%. Male literacy is 64.88% and female literacy is 47.22%.