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.
Here you can discover what makes Bhandera unique in its vibrant Dondi Luhara-Durg region. You’ll see Bhandera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandera has a total population of about 2,456, with approximately 1,235 males and 1,221 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 319 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 475 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 574. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.30%, with male literacy at about 78.46% and female literacy near 60.03%. There are around 527 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhandera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.