Bolasa - Petlawad, Jhabua
Bolasa is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Chhota Bolasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bolasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolasa is 504271. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.79 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bolasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bolasa
As per Census 2011, Bolasa village has a total population of 2,971 people, consisting of 1,476 males and 1,495 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 837 literate and 2,134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,953 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bolasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,971 | 1,476 | 1,495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 323 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,953 | 1,469 | 1,484 |
| Literate Population | 837 | 537 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,134 | 939 | 1,195 |
Nearby Villages of Bolasa
Bolasa 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 Bolasa
Bolasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bolasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Bolasa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Bolasa is about 65 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 Bolasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bolasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bolasa
Where is Bolasa located?
Bolasa village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bolasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bolasa is Chhota Bolasa.
What is the pincode of Bolasa?
The pincode of Bolasa is 457770.
What is the population of Bolasa?
Bolasa has a total population of 2,971, including 1,476 males and 1,495 females.
How many households are there in Bolasa?
There are 535 households in Bolasa.
What is the literacy rate in Bolasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolasa is 28.17%. Male literacy is 36.38% and female literacy is 20.07%.