Bango Village - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Bango is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Bango village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bango is 436087. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.66 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bango village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bango
As per Census 2011, Bango village has a total population of 757 people, consisting of 370 males and 387 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 331 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bango are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 370 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 183 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 256 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 114 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Bango
Bango 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhindmer | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Pondi | West | 2.08 km |
| Gadaghat | South | 2.27 km |
| Charra | South | 2.67 km |
| Patha | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Koda | South | 4.95 km |
| Lepara | North-West | 5.05 km |
| Gudarumuda | South | 5.42 km |
| Konkona | West | 6.11 km |
| Tanakhar | South-West | 6.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bango
Bango is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gevra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| 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 Katghora to Bango is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Bango is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bango
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bango village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bango
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bango 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bango
Where is Bango located?
Bango village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bango?
Bango is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bango?
The pincode of Bango is 495448.
What is the population of Bango?
Bango has a total population of 757, including 370 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Bango?
There are 189 households in Bango.
What is the literacy rate in Bango?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bango is 56.27%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 43.93%.