Bom - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Bom is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Bom village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bom is 214297. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.9 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bom
As per Census 2011, Bom village has a total population of 1,919 people, consisting of 989 males and 930 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 1,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 909 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 989 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 203 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 152 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 909 | 456 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 459 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 530 | 712 |
Nearby Villages of Bom
Bom 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalingar | West | 1.50 km |
| Jata Juwa | North | 1.74 km |
| Jam Pani | East | 1.92 km |
| Pakari | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Humel Dohar | South | 2.10 km |
| Dewarhi | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Baghamandawa | North | 2.63 km |
| Paras Pani | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Dhorpa | South | 3.14 km |
| Dhuriya | North-West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bom
Bom is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Bom is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Bom is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bom 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bom
Where is Bom located?
Bom village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bom?
Bom is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bom?
The pincode of Bom is 231208.
What is the population of Bom?
Bom has a total population of 1,919, including 989 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Bom?
There are 334 households in Bom.
What is the literacy rate in Bom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bom is 35.28%. Male literacy is 46.41% and female literacy is 23.44%.