Bodoujei - Jeypore, Koraput
Bodoujei is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodoujei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodoujei is 429085. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bodoujei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodoujei
As per Census 2011, Bodoujei village has a total population of 903 people, consisting of 454 males and 449 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 863 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodoujei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 903 | 454 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 863 | 439 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 282 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 172 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Bodoujei
Bodoujei 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 Bodoujei
Public transport in the Bodoujei is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bodoujei.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Bodoujei is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bodoujei is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodoujei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodoujei 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 Bodoujei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodoujei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bodoujei
Where is Bodoujei located?
Bodoujei village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodoujei?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodoujei is Balia.
What is the pincode of Bodoujei?
The pincode of Bodoujei is 764002.
What is the population of Bodoujei?
Bodoujei has a total population of 903, including 454 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Bodoujei?
There are 190 households in Bodoujei.
What is the literacy rate in Bodoujei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodoujei is 54.04%. Male literacy is 62.11% and female literacy is 45.88%.