Bodana

Bodana is a village located in Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 150km away from sub-district headquarter Pokaran (tehsildar office) and 260km away from district headquarter Jaisalmer. As per 2009 stats, Bodana village is also a gram panchayat.

Bodana has its own place in the vibrant Jaisalmer region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bodana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bodana is 086244. The village spans a total geographical area of 16540 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342310. Pokaran is nearest town to Bodana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 150km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bodana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bodana

Below is a concise population overview of Bodana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,363 756 607
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 239 129 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) 292 158 134
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 555 403 152
Illiterate Population 808 353 455

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bodana village:

  • The total population of Bodana village is around 1,363, including approximately 756 males and 607 females, with a sex ratio of 802 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Bodana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bodana village has 292 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bodana village is about 40.72%, with male literacy at 53.31% and female literacy at 25.04%.
  • There are around 230 households in Bodana village.

Connectivity of Bodana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bodana. As per the 2011 stats, Bodana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bodana

Knowing the nearby villages of Bodana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bodana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bodana

Where is Bodana located?
Bodana village is situated in Pokaran Tehsil, within the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bodana?
Bodana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bodana?
The pincode of Bodana is 342310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bodana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bodana is 1,363, with 756 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Bodana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bodana village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bodana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bodana is 40.72%. The male literacy rate is 53.31%, while the female literacy rate is 25.04%.