Bowda - Rehatgaon, Harda
Bowda is a village situated in the Rehatgaon tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. Banspani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bowda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bowda is 487073. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 461228 pincode. Timarni is the nearest town.
Bowda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bowda
According to the 2011 Census, Bowda village had a total population of 840 people, including 458 males and 382 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.54%, with male literacy at 42.57% and female literacy at 23.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 646.
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 | 840 | 458 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 108 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 345 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 149 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 309 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Bowda
Bowda 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 Bowda
Bowda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Harda to Bowda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bowda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bowda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bowda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bowda 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 Bowda
Where is Bowda located?
Bowda village is located in Rehatgaon Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bowda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bowda is Banspani.
What is the pincode of Bowda?
The pincode of Bowda is 461228.
What is the population of Bowda?
Bowda had a total population of 840, including 458 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Bowda?
Bowda had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bowda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bowda was 33.54%. Male literacy was 42.57% and female literacy was 23.00%.