Naya Bandh - Batouli, Surguja
Naya Bandh is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Birimkela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naya Bandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naya Bandh is 433502. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.18 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Naya Bandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naya Bandh
As per Census 2011, Naya Bandh village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 264 males and 256 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naya Bandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 264 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 184 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 169 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 95 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Naya Bandh
Naya Bandh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarmana | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Birimkela | South | 1.61 km |
| Pathrai | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Lalati | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Maheshpur | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Mangari | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Kapatbahari | South | 4.25 km |
| Baijnathpur | East | 4.27 km |
| Suarpara | West | 4.40 km |
| Ghutrapara | North | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naya Bandh
Naya Bandh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.0 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 Sitapur to Naya Bandh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Naya Bandh is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naya Bandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naya Bandh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naya Bandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naya Bandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naya Bandh
Where is Naya Bandh located?
Naya Bandh village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naya Bandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Naya Bandh is Birimkela.
What is the pincode of Naya Bandh?
The pincode of Naya Bandh is 497101.
What is the population of Naya Bandh?
Naya Bandh has a total population of 520, including 264 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Naya Bandh?
There are 140 households in Naya Bandh.
What is the literacy rate in Naya Bandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naya Bandh is 54.42%. Male literacy is 64.02% and female literacy is 44.53%.