Bhandar

Bhandar is a village located in Dhaka subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaka (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Bhandar village is also a gram panchayat.

Bhandar has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhandar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandar is 217862. The village spans a total geographical area of 688 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Bhandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Bhandar

Below is a concise population overview of Bhandar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 16,693 8,602 8,091
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3,496 1,792 1,704
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,230 633 597
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 7,391 4,340 3,051
Illiterate Population 9,302 4,262 5,040

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhandar village:

  • The total population of Bhandar village is around 16,693, including approximately 8,602 males and 8,091 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3,496 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhandar village has 1,230 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhandar village is about 44.28%, with male literacy at 50.45% and female literacy at 37.71%.
  • There are around 3,763 households in Bhandar village.

Connectivity of Bhandar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhandar

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

Malkauniya Garahia Pach Pakri Rupauligopi Rupaulia Khurd Jhitkkahi Basahia Kharihaniya Sakri Babhnaula Urf Phulwar Khurd Khorha

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandar

Where is Bhandar located?
Bhandar village is situated in Dhaka Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandar?
Bhandar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandar is 16,693, with 8,602 males and 8,091 females.
How many households are there in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhandar village has a total of 3,763 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandar is 44.28%. The male literacy rate is 50.45%, while the female literacy rate is 37.71%.