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
According to the 2011 Census, Bodaraula village had a total population of 442 people, including 224 males and 218 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.14%, with male literacy at 87.13% and female literacy at 68.88%.
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 | 442 | 224 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 442, including 224 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Bodaraula?
Bodaraula had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodaraula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodaraula was 78.14%. Male literacy was 87.13% and female literacy was 68.88%.