Bhandar
About Bhandar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhandar village is 217862. Bhandar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 688 hectares. Bhandar has a total population of 16,693 peoples, out of which male population is 8,602 while female population is 8,091. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhandar village is 44.28% out of which 50.45% males and 37.71% females are literate. There are about 3,763 houses in bhandar village.
Dhaka is nearest town to bhandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Bhandar
The population details of Bhandar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,693 | 8,602 | 8,091 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,496 | 1,792 | 1,704 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,230 | 633 | 597 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,391 | 4,340 | 3,051 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,302 | 4,262 | 5,040 |
Connectivity of Bhandar
| 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 |
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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%.