Bodomathur - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Bodomathur is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhaganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodomathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodomathur is 428749. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bodomathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodomathur
According to the 2011 Census, Bodomathur village had a total population of 770 people, including 349 males and 421 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,206 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.92%, with male literacy at 46.57% and female literacy at 16.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 763.
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 | 770 | 349 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 72 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 763 | 345 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 129 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 220 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Bodomathur
Bodomathur 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 Bodomathur
Public transport in the Bodomathur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Bodomathur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bodomathur is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodomathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodomathur 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 Bodomathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodomathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bodomathur
Where is Bodomathur located?
Bodomathur village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bodomathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodomathur is Kumbhaganda.
What is the pincode of Bodomathur?
The pincode of Bodomathur is 764027.
What is the population of Bodomathur?
Bodomathur had a total population of 770, including 349 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Bodomathur?
Bodomathur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodomathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodomathur was 29.92%. Male literacy was 46.57% and female literacy was 16.27%.