Boden - Boden, Nuapada
Boden is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Boden village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boden is 422088. The village covers a total geographical area of 431 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Khariar 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 2,401 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,190 females. The village has 625 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,581 literate and 820 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 843 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Boden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,401 | 1,211 | 1,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 149 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 312 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 843 | 411 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 1,581 | 923 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 288 | 532 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bireskela | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Kusumkhunta | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Kerapadar | South | 2.18 km |
| Tetelpara | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Binapur | East | 2.66 km |
| Temeri | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Nimna | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Ambaguda | East | 3.86 km |
| Pharasara | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Jamugaon | South | 3.95 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 Turekala Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.4 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 Khariar Road to Boden is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Boden is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Boden
Where is Boden located?
Boden village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada 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 766111.
What is the population of Boden?
Boden has a total population of 2,401, including 1,211 males and 1,190 females.
How many households are there in Boden?
There are 625 households in Boden.
What is the literacy rate in Boden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boden is 65.85%. Male literacy is 76.22% and female literacy is 55.29%.