Bodunda Kalan - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Bodunda Kalan is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Bodundakalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodunda Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodunda Kalan is 497837. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.08 hectares and falls under the 481226 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bodunda Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodunda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bodunda Kalan village has a total population of 1,716 people, consisting of 866 males and 850 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,183 literate and 533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodunda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,716 | 866 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 107 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 180 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 656 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 210 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Bodunda Kalan
Bodunda Kalan 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 Bodunda Kalan
Bodunda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bodunda Kalan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balaghat to Bodunda Kalan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodunda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodunda Kalan 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 Bodunda Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodunda Kalan 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 Bodunda Kalan
Where is Bodunda Kalan located?
Bodunda Kalan village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodunda Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodunda Kalan is Bodundakalan.
What is the pincode of Bodunda Kalan?
The pincode of Bodunda Kalan is 481226.
What is the population of Bodunda Kalan?
Bodunda Kalan has a total population of 1,716, including 866 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Bodunda Kalan?
There are 374 households in Bodunda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bodunda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodunda Kalan is 68.94%. Male literacy is 75.75% and female literacy is 62.00%.