Bodal Jhola - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Bodal Jhola is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Bakkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodal Jhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodal Jhola is 497964. The village covers a total geographical area of 997.93 hectares and falls under the 481226 pincode. Gondia is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Bodal Jhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodal Jhola
According to the 2011 Census, Bodal Jhola village had a total population of 206 people, including 102 males and 104 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.12%, with male literacy at 70.11% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
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 | 206 | 102 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 102 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 61 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 41 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Bodal Jhola
Bodal Jhola 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 Bodal Jhola
Bodal Jhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bodal Jhola has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondia to Bodal Jhola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Bodal Jhola is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodal Jhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodal Jhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bodal Jhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodal Jhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bodal Jhola
Where is Bodal Jhola located?
Bodal Jhola village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bodal Jhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodal Jhola is Bakkar.
What is the pincode of Bodal Jhola?
The pincode of Bodal Jhola is 481226.
What is the population of Bodal Jhola?
Bodal Jhola had a total population of 206, including 102 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Bodal Jhola?
Bodal Jhola had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodal Jhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodal Jhola was 60.12%. Male literacy was 70.11% and female literacy was 50.00%.