Bhandarso - Manigachhi, Darbhanga
Bhandarso is a village situated in the Manigachhi subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manigachhi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Bhandarison serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandarso village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandarso is 227136. The village covers a total geographical area of 813 hectares and falls under the 847422 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhandarso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhandarso
As per Census 2011, Bhandarso village has a total population of 10,557 people, consisting of 5,531 males and 5,026 females. The village has 2,063 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,667 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,084 literate and 5,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 726 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandarso are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,557 | 5,531 | 5,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,667 | 848 | 819 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 726 | 394 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 5,084 | 3,124 | 1,960 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,473 | 2,407 | 3,066 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandarso
Bhandarso 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 Bhandarso
Bhandarso is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhandarso.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhanjharpur to Bhandarso is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Bhandarso is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandarso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandarso village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhandarso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandarso village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandarso
Where is Bhandarso located?
Bhandarso village is located in Manigachhi Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandarso?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandarso is Bhandarison.
What is the pincode of Bhandarso?
The pincode of Bhandarso is 847422.
What is the population of Bhandarso?
Bhandarso has a total population of 10,557, including 5,531 males and 5,026 females.
How many households are there in Bhandarso?
There are 2,063 households in Bhandarso.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandarso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandarso is 48.16%. Male literacy is 56.48% and female literacy is 39.00%.