Bhandarpur - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Bhandarpur is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Suktara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandarpur is 439676. The village covers a total geographical area of 296.17 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bhandarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandarpur
As per Census 2011, Bhandarpur village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 344 males and 315 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 344 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 234 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 110 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandarpur
Bhandarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Doma Tola | South-East | 1.10 km |
| Singhangarh | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Bijabairagi | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Singapur | North | 2.22 km |
| Jangalpur | West | 2.36 km |
| Ranjitpur | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Thothma Nawapara | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Daihandeeh | North | 3.23 km |
| Manpur | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Khairbana | North | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhandarpur
Bhandarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Bhandarpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Bhandarpur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandarpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhandarpur
Where is Bhandarpur located?
Bhandarpur village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandarpur is Suktara.
What is the pincode of Bhandarpur?
The pincode of Bhandarpur is 491996.
What is the population of Bhandarpur?
Bhandarpur has a total population of 659, including 344 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Bhandarpur?
There are 115 households in Bhandarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandarpur is 61.91%. Male literacy is 68.02% and female literacy is 55.24%.