Boda - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Boda is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Boda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boda is 502216. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.7 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Boda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boda
According to the 2011 Census, Boda village had a total population of 788 people, including 393 males and 395 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.63%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 51.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 740.
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 | 788 | 393 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 69 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 740 | 368 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 261 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 132 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Boda
Boda 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 Boda
Boda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Boda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Boda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boda 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 Boda
Where is Boda located?
Boda village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Boda?
Boda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boda?
The pincode of Boda is 484881.
What is the population of Boda?
Boda had a total population of 788, including 393 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Boda?
Boda had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boda was 65.63%. Male literacy was 80.56% and female literacy was 51.72%.