Boonda - Chail, Kaushambi
Boonda is a village situated in the Chail tehsil of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chail and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kaushambi. Boonda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boonda is 160638. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.94 hectares and falls under the 212202 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Boonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chail Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Boonda
According to the 2011 Census, Boonda village had a total population of 1,881 people, including 984 males and 897 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.33%, with male literacy at 82.40% and female literacy at 54.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,024.
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 | 1,881 | 984 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 160 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,024 | 530 | 494 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,076 | 679 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 305 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Boonda
Boonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Ahmad Patti | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Shahpur Perwa | West | 1.28 km |
| Balhepur | East | 1.44 km |
| Barethi Kamalpur | South | 1.53 km |
| Makhupur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Fatehpur Sahabpur | North | 1.81 km |
| Ibrahimpur Dulhapur | South | 1.92 km |
| Alampur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Kasenda | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Muradpur | North | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Boonda
Boonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manauri, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.7 km.
| 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 Allahabad to Boonda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kaushambi to Boonda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Boonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boonda
Where is Boonda located?
Boonda village is located in Chail Tehsil, Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boonda?
Boonda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Boonda?
The pincode of Boonda is 212202.
What is the population of Boonda?
Boonda had a total population of 1,881, including 984 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Boonda?
Boonda had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boonda was 69.33%. Male literacy was 82.40% and female literacy was 54.53%.