Bodgaon - Dahi, Dhar
Bodgaon is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Badgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodgaon is 475563. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.68 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bodgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bodgaon village had a total population of 1,836 people, including 915 males and 921 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.03%, with male literacy at 51.73% and female literacy at 42.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,820.
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 | 1,836 | 915 | 921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 163 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,820 | 909 | 911 |
| Literate Population | 721 | 389 | 332 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,115 | 526 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Bodgaon
Bodgaon 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 Bodgaon
Bodgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahi to Bodgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Bodgaon is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bodgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bodgaon
Where is Bodgaon located?
Bodgaon village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bodgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodgaon is Badgaon.
What is the pincode of Bodgaon?
The pincode of Bodgaon is 454331.
What is the population of Bodgaon?
Bodgaon had a total population of 1,836, including 915 males and 921 females.
How many households are there in Bodgaon?
Bodgaon had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodgaon was 47.03%. Male literacy was 51.73% and female literacy was 42.51%.