Bandha - Nagri, Dhamtari
Bandha is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Bandha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandha is 447351. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.7 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandha
According to the 2011 Census, Bandha village had a total population of 508 people, including 260 males and 248 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.00%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 60.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 461.
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 | 508 | 260 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 461 | 236 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 180 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 80 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bandha
Bandha 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 Bandha
Public transport in the Bandha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Nagri to Bandha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Bandha is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bandha
Where is Bandha located?
Bandha village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandha?
Bandha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandha?
The pincode of Bandha is 493773.
What is the population of Bandha?
Bandha had a total population of 508, including 260 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Bandha?
Bandha had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandha was 71.00%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 60.29%.