Bodra - Budni, Sehore
Bodra is a village situated in the Budni tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Budni and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Gwardiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodra is 483494. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.63 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Hoshangabad is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bodra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bodra
As per Census 2011, Bodra village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 110 males and 101 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 83 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 27 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Bodra
Bodra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neem Khedi | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Sankhedi | East | 1.73 km |
| Guwadia | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Samnapur | North | 2.02 km |
| Itwar | South | 2.33 km |
| Satramau | East | 2.50 km |
| Rampura | West | 3.25 km |
| Jawahar Kheda | South | 3.57 km |
| Pipaliya Kharra(kheda) | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Murari | North-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bodra
Bodra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| 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 Hoshangabad to Bodra is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Bodra is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bodra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bodra
Where is Bodra located?
Bodra village is located in Budni Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodra is Gwardiya.
What is the pincode of Bodra?
The pincode of Bodra is 466446.
What is the population of Bodra?
Bodra has a total population of 211, including 110 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Bodra?
There are 52 households in Bodra.
What is the literacy rate in Bodra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodra is 62.09%. Male literacy is 75.45% and female literacy is 47.52%.