Bandea - Goh, Aurangabad
Bandea is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Baksar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandea is 253001. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 824129 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bandea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandea
According to the 2011 Census, Bandea village had a total population of 1,280 people, including 675 males and 605 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.00%, with male literacy at 75.33% and female literacy at 45.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193.
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 | 1,280 | 675 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 148 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 107 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 397 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 278 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Bandea
Bandea 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dariyapur | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Gangati | North | 1.18 km |
| Majathi | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Moglahi | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Baksanr | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Mayapur | East | 2.13 km |
| Motha | West | 2.30 km |
| Malahad | North | 2.64 km |
| Khoji | South | 2.71 km |
| Chapra | East | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandea
Public transport in the Bandea is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.0 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 Rafiganj to Bandea is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Bandea is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandea 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandea village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bandea
Where is Bandea located?
Bandea village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandea?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandea is Baksar.
What is the pincode of Bandea?
The pincode of Bandea is 824129.
What is the population of Bandea?
Bandea had a total population of 1,280, including 675 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Bandea?
Bandea had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandea was 61.00%. Male literacy was 75.33% and female literacy was 45.19%.