Bobiya - Kotpad, Koraput
Bobiya is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bobeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bobiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bobiya is 428190. The village covers a total geographical area of 935 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Bobiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bobiya
As per Census 2011, Bobiya village has a total population of 2,147 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 1,066 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 649 literate and 1,498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bobiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,147 | 1,081 | 1,066 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 198 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 240 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,123 | 568 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 649 | 415 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,498 | 666 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Bobiya
Bobiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatarla | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Bagchuan | East | 2.63 km |
| Siuniguda | South | 2.86 km |
| Raniguda | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Chichiliput | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Ghuragam | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Michia | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Sargiguda | South | 3.99 km |
| Mundipodar | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Charamula(choramula) | East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bobiya
Public transport in the Bobiya is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Bobiya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bobiya is about 40 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 Bobiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bobiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bobiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bobiya 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 Bobiya
Where is Bobiya located?
Bobiya village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bobiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bobiya is Bobeya.
What is the pincode of Bobiya?
The pincode of Bobiya is 764058.
What is the population of Bobiya?
Bobiya has a total population of 2,147, including 1,081 males and 1,066 females.
How many households are there in Bobiya?
There are 534 households in Bobiya.
What is the literacy rate in Bobiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bobiya is 30.23%. Male literacy is 38.39% and female literacy is 21.95%.