Boda - Paraswada, Balaghat
Boda is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Boda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boda is 498378. The village covers a total geographical area of 537.63 hectares and falls under the 481102 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
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 Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boda
As per Census 2011, Boda village has a total population of 1,155 people, consisting of 545 males and 610 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 1,119 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 491 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,155 | 545 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 231 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 402 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 143 | 287 |
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 | 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 Balaghat to Boda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat 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 481102.
What is the population of Boda?
Boda has a total population of 1,155, including 545 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Boda?
There are 261 households in Boda.
What is the literacy rate in Boda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boda is 62.77%. Male literacy is 73.76% and female literacy is 52.95%.