Bodhankheda - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Bodhankheda is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Sawargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodhankheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodhankheda is 538920. The village covers a total geographical area of 599.01 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Bodhankheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodhankheda
According to the 2011 Census, Bodhankheda village had a total population of 274 people, including 130 males and 144 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.18%, with male literacy at 74.04% and female literacy at 57.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 274 | 130 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 116 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 53 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Bodhankheda
Bodhankheda 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 Bodhankheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bodhankheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Bodhankheda is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Bodhankheda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodhankheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodhankheda 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 Bodhankheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodhankheda 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 Bodhankheda
Where is Bodhankheda located?
Bodhankheda village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodhankheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodhankheda is Sawargaon.
What is the pincode of Bodhankheda?
The pincode of Bodhankheda is 442606.
What is the population of Bodhankheda?
Bodhankheda had a total population of 274, including 130 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Bodhankheda?
Bodhankheda had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodhankheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodhankheda was 65.18%. Male literacy was 74.04% and female literacy was 57.50%.