Bhandaridih - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Bhandaridih is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Arar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandaridih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandaridih is 240347. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bhandaridih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandaridih
As per Census 2011, Bhandaridih village has a total population of 1,028 people, consisting of 545 males and 483 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 515 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandaridih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,028 | 545 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 97 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 264 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 255 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 290 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandaridih
Bhandaridih 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 Bhandaridih
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bhandaridih.
| 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 Bhagalpur to Bhandaridih is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandaridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandaridih 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 Bhandaridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandaridih 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhandaridih
Where is Bhandaridih located?
Bhandaridih village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandaridih?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandaridih is Arar.
What is the pincode of Bhandaridih?
The pincode of Bhandaridih is 813204.
What is the population of Bhandaridih?
Bhandaridih has a total population of 1,028, including 545 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Bhandaridih?
There are 211 households in Bhandaridih.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandaridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandaridih is 40.37%. Male literacy is 46.79% and female literacy is 33.13%.