Bandar Mela - Doboka, Hojai
Bandar Mela is a village situated in the Doboka subdivision of Hojai district, Assam. It is located approximately 45 km from Nagaon. Charingpathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandar Mela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandar Mela is 285284. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.3 hectares and falls under the 782439 pincode. Hojai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bandar Mela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamunamukh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandar Mela
As per Census 2011, Bandar Mela village has a total population of 1,388 people, consisting of 707 males and 681 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandar Mela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,388 | 707 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 123 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 506 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 201 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Bandar Mela
Bandar Mela 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 Bandar Mela
Bandar Mela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hojai to Bandar Mela is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Bandar Mela is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandar Mela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandar Mela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bandar Mela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandar Mela 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bandar Mela
Where is Bandar Mela located?
Bandar Mela village is located in Doboka Subdivision, Hojai district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandar Mela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandar Mela is Charingpathar.
What is the pincode of Bandar Mela?
The pincode of Bandar Mela is 782439.
What is the population of Bandar Mela?
Bandar Mela has a total population of 1,388, including 707 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Bandar Mela?
There are 254 households in Bandar Mela.
What is the literacy rate in Bandar Mela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandar Mela is 67.00%. Male literacy is 71.57% and female literacy is 62.26%.