Boden - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Boden is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Boden village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boden is 423982. The village covers a total geographical area of 483 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Boden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boden
As per Census 2011, Boden village has a total population of 2,540 people, consisting of 1,230 males and 1,310 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,135 literate and 1,405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 598 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,540 | 1,230 | 1,310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 190 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 598 | 291 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 693 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,405 | 537 | 868 |
Nearby Villages of Boden
Boden 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ichhapur | North | 1.60 km |
| Dabripadar | South | 1.79 km |
| Khutuluguda | West | 2.79 km |
| Rankabahal | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Nandagaon | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Ainlajor | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Bagad | North | 3.28 km |
| Badfurla | East | 4.29 km |
| Ghumer | West | 4.41 km |
| Jharkundamal | South-East | 4.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Boden
Boden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Boden is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Boden is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boden
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Boden
Where is Boden located?
Boden village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boden?
Boden is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boden?
The pincode of Boden is 766015.
What is the population of Boden?
Boden has a total population of 2,540, including 1,230 males and 1,310 females.
How many households are there in Boden?
There are 680 households in Boden.
What is the literacy rate in Boden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boden is 44.69%. Male literacy is 56.34% and female literacy is 33.74%.