Bodan - Dodamarg, Sindhudurg
Bodan is a village situated in the Dodamarg tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasai and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Bodan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodan is 566969. The village covers a total geographical area of 972 hectares and falls under the 416512 pincode. Mapusa(goa) is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bodan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodan
According to the 2011 Census, Bodan village had a total population of 548 people, including 281 males and 267 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.42%, with male literacy at 91.22% and female literacy at 69.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 548 | 281 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 239 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 42 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bodan
Bodan 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 Bodan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bodan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mapusa(goa) to Bodan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Bodan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bodan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bodan
Where is Bodan located?
Bodan village is located in Dodamarg Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodan?
Bodan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bodan?
The pincode of Bodan is 416512.
What is the population of Bodan?
Bodan had a total population of 548, including 281 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Bodan?
Bodan had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodan was 80.42%. Male literacy was 91.22% and female literacy was 69.50%.