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
As per Census 2011, Bodan village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 281 males and 267 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 419 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 281 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| 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 has a total population of 548, including 281 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Bodan?
There are 131 households in Bodan.
What is the literacy rate in Bodan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodan is 76.46%. Male literacy is 85.05% and female literacy is 67.42%.