Bhoje - Pachora, Jalgaon
Bhoje is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Bhoje village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhoje is 527964. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 424203 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bhoje village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhoje
As per Census 2011, Bhoje village has a total population of 2,417 people, consisting of 1,238 males and 1,179 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,652 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhoje are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,417 | 1,238 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 165 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 144 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,652 | 910 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 328 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Bhoje
Bhoje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchpure | East | 1.38 km |
| Rajuri Kh. | West | 1.47 km |
| Sawkheda Kh. | North | 2.06 km |
| Rajuri Bk. | West | 2.71 km |
| Jawakhedi Digar | South | 3.02 km |
| Dambhurni | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Varkhedi Kh. | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Wadi | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Wanegaon | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Nimbhori Bk. | West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhoje
Bhoje is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachora Jn, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Bhoje is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Bhoje is about 70 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 Bhoje
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhoje 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 Bhoje
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhoje 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 Bhoje
Where is Bhoje located?
Bhoje village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhoje?
Bhoje is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhoje?
The pincode of Bhoje is 424203.
What is the population of Bhoje?
Bhoje has a total population of 2,417, including 1,238 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Bhoje?
There are 474 households in Bhoje.
What is the literacy rate in Bhoje?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhoje is 68.35%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 62.93%.