Bendari - Basna, Mahasamund
Bendari is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Dularpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bendari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bendari is 445666. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.2 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bendari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bendari
As per Census 2011, Bendari village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 280 males and 305 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bendari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 280 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 203 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 77 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Bendari
Bendari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sajapali | North | 1.42 km |
| Dularpali | South | 1.43 km |
| Jamhari | East | 1.75 km |
| Birsingpali | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Budhudongar | West | 2.07 km |
| Pandripani(padripani) | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Limauguda | East | 2.81 km |
| Durgapali | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Chhirrapali | North | 3.01 km |
| Chhirralewa | South-West | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bendari
Bendari 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 Kharsia, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Bendari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Bendari is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bendari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bendari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bendari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bendari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bendari
Where is Bendari located?
Bendari village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bendari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bendari is Dularpali.
What is the pincode of Bendari?
The pincode of Bendari is 493558.
What is the population of Bendari?
Bendari has a total population of 585, including 280 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Bendari?
There are 149 households in Bendari.
What is the literacy rate in Bendari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bendari is 62.91%. Male literacy is 72.50% and female literacy is 54.10%.