Bodaraula - Kakatpur, Puri
Bodaraula is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bangurigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodaraula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodaraula is 409186. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Bodaraula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodaraula
As per Census 2011, Bodaraula village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 224 males and 218 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 131 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bodaraula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 224 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 176 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 48 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bodaraula
Bodaraula 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 Bodaraula
Public transport in the Bodaraula is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Bodaraula is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodaraula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodaraula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bodaraula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodaraula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bodaraula
Where is Bodaraula located?
Bodaraula village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodaraula?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodaraula is Bangurigaon.
What is the pincode of Bodaraula?
The pincode of Bodaraula is 752118.
What is the population of Bodaraula?
Bodaraula has a total population of 442, including 224 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Bodaraula?
There are 96 households in Bodaraula.
What is the literacy rate in Bodaraula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodaraula is 70.36%. Male literacy is 78.57% and female literacy is 61.93%.