Bodhegaon - Shevgaon, Ahilyanagar
Bodhegaon is a village situated in the Shevgaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Shevgaon and around 96 km from Ahmadnagar. Bodhegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodhegaon is 557904. The village covers a total geographical area of 2482.5 hectares and falls under the 414503 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Bodhegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shevgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodhegaon
As per Census 2011, Bodhegaon village has a total population of 8,910 people, consisting of 4,525 males and 4,385 females. The village has 1,849 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,662 literate and 3,248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodhegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,910 | 4,525 | 4,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,277 | 684 | 593 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,163 | 547 | 616 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 5,662 | 3,245 | 2,417 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,248 | 1,280 | 1,968 |
Nearby Villages of Bodhegaon
Bodhegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sule Pimpalgaon | West | 3.54 km |
| Chedechandgaon | West | 3.67 km |
| Diwate | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Thakur Pimpalgaon | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Sonvihir | North | 4.64 km |
| Badgavhan | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Ladjalgaon | South | 4.95 km |
| Adhodi | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Belgaon | West | 5.92 km |
| Lakhamapuri | North-West | 6.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bodhegaon
Bodhegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chikalthana, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Bodhegaon is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodhegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodhegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bodhegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodhegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bodhegaon
Where is Bodhegaon located?
Bodhegaon village is located in Shevgaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodhegaon?
Bodhegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bodhegaon?
The pincode of Bodhegaon is 414503.
What is the population of Bodhegaon?
Bodhegaon has a total population of 8,910, including 4,525 males and 4,385 females.
How many households are there in Bodhegaon?
There are 1,849 households in Bodhegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bodhegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodhegaon is 63.55%. Male literacy is 71.71% and female literacy is 55.12%.