Bodhgram

Bodhgram is a village located in Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.5km away from sub-district headquarter Dubrajpur (tehsildar office) and 31.9km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Jashpur is the gram panchayat of Bodhgram village.

Here you can discover what makes Bodhgram unique in its vibrant Dubrajpur-Birbhum region. You’ll see Bodhgram’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bodhgram

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bodhgram is 318269. The village spans a total geographical area of 465.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731124. Dubrajpur is nearest town to Bodhgram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bodhgram 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 Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Birbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Bodhgram

Population of Bodhgram

According to the 2011 Census, Bodhgram has a total population of about 1,705, with approximately 866 males and 839 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 503 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.76%, with male literacy at about 68.48% and female literacy near 56.85%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bodhgram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Bodhgram

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

Nearby Villages of Bodhgram

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bodhgram