Bodamulunga - Ramanaguda, Rayagada
Bodamulunga is a village situated in the Ramanaguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Gunupur and around 58 km from Rayagada . Gulunthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bodamulunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bodamulunga is 426733. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 765033 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Bodamulunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bodamulunga
According to the 2011 Census, Bodamulunga village had a total population of 251 people, including 102 males and 149 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,461 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.12%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 64.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 251 | 102 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 93 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 55 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 47 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Bodamulunga
Bodamulunga 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 Bodamulunga
Public transport in the Bodamulunga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Bodamulunga is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bodamulunga is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bodamulunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bodamulunga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bodamulunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bodamulunga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bodamulunga
Where is Bodamulunga located?
Bodamulunga village is located in Ramanaguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bodamulunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bodamulunga is Gulunthi.
What is the pincode of Bodamulunga?
The pincode of Bodamulunga is 765033.
What is the population of Bodamulunga?
Bodamulunga had a total population of 251, including 102 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Bodamulunga?
Bodamulunga had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodamulunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bodamulunga was 65.12%. Male literacy was 66.27% and female literacy was 64.39%.