Bhoj
About Bhoj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhoj village is 597161. Bhoj village is located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Bhoj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2042.33 hectares. Bhoj has a total population of 10,524 peoples, out of which male population is 5,290 while female population is 5,234. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 989 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhoj village is 72.61% out of which 79.98% males and 65.17% females are literate. There are about 2,392 houses in bhoj village. Pincode of bhoj village locality is 591263.
When it comes to administration, Bhoj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhoj village comes under Nippani Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency. Nipani is nearest town to bhoj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Bhoj
The population details of Bhoj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,524 | 5,290 | 5,234 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,054 | 570 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,988 | 985 | 1,003 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 7,642 | 4,231 | 3,411 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,882 | 1,059 | 1,823 |
Connectivity of Bhoj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhoj
Where is Bhoj located?
Bhoj village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhoj?
Bhoj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bhoj?
The pincode of Bhoj is 591263, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhoj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhoj is 10,524, with 5,290 males and 5,234 females.
How many households are there in Bhoj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhoj village has a total of 2,392 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhoj is 72.61%. The male literacy rate is 79.98%, while the female literacy rate is 65.17%.