Bhandera
Bhandera is a village located in Dondi Luhara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dondiluhara (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Bhandera village is also a gram panchayat.
Bhandera has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Bhandera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandera is 443004. The village spans a total geographical area of 921.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491771. Dondiluhara is nearest town to Bhandera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhandera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhandera
Population of Bhandera
Below is a concise population overview of Bhandera as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,456 | 1,235 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 151 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 245 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 574 | 281 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 1,702 | 969 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 266 | 488 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhandera village:
- The total population of Bhandera village is around 2,456, including approximately 1,235 males and 1,221 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 319 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandera village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhandera village has 475 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 574 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhandera village is about 69.30%, with male literacy at 78.46% and female literacy at 60.03%.
- There are around 527 households in Bhandera village.
Connectivity of Bhandera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandera. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhandera
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandera
- Where is Bhandera located?
- Bhandera village is situated in Dondi Luhara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhandera?
- Bhandera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhandera?
- The pincode of Bhandera is 491771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhandera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandera is 2,456, with 1,235 males and 1,221 females.
- How many households are there in Bhandera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhandera village has a total of 527 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhandera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandera is 69.30%. The male literacy rate is 78.46%, while the female literacy rate is 60.03%.