Bhandarpur - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Bhandarpur is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Bhandarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandarpur is 440875. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.21 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Khujji 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 904 people, consisting of 452 males and 452 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 904 | 452 | 452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 178 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 316 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 136 | 203 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halekosa | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Barchha Tola | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Bisahu Tola | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Dumardeeh | West | 2.01 km |
| Baniya Tola | East | 3.03 km |
| Boirdeeh | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Bapu Tola | North | 3.16 km |
| Kallu Tola | East | 3.33 km |
| Shikari Mahka | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Pinkapar | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhandarpur
Bhandarpur 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 Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Bhandarpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Bhandarpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandarpur
Where is Bhandarpur located?
Bhandarpur village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandarpur?
Bhandarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandarpur?
The pincode of Bhandarpur is 491558.
What is the population of Bhandarpur?
Bhandarpur has a total population of 904, including 452 males and 452 females.
How many households are there in Bhandarpur?
There are 148 households in Bhandarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandarpur is 62.50%. Male literacy is 69.91% and female literacy is 55.09%.