Bocharo - Beohari, Shahdol
Bocharo is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Bocharo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bocharo is 501008. The village covers a total geographical area of 1794.85 hectares and falls under the 484774 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bocharo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bocharo
According to the 2011 Census, Bocharo village had a total population of 1,606 people, including 843 males and 763 females, living in 379 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.82%, with male literacy at 76.80% and female literacy at 51.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,034.
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 | 1,606 | 843 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 162 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,034 | 532 | 502 |
| Literate Population | 844 | 523 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 320 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Bocharo
Bocharo 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 Bocharo
Bocharo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Beohari to Bocharo is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Bocharo is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bocharo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bocharo 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bocharo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bocharo 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 Bocharo
Where is Bocharo located?
Bocharo village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bocharo?
Bocharo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bocharo?
The pincode of Bocharo is 484774.
What is the population of Bocharo?
Bocharo had a total population of 1,606, including 843 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Bocharo?
Bocharo had 379 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bocharo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bocharo was 64.82%. Male literacy was 76.80% and female literacy was 51.69%.