Bandana - Mainpat, Surguja
Bandana is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Bandana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandana is 433562. The village covers a total geographical area of 6612.02 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bandana 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 Bandana
As per Census 2011, Bandana village has a total population of 3,327 people, consisting of 1,659 males and 1,668 females. The village has 731 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 570 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,247 literate and 2,080 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,683 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,327 | 1,659 | 1,668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 293 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,683 | 1,321 | 1,362 |
| Literate Population | 1,247 | 715 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,080 | 944 | 1,136 |
Nearby Villages of Bandana
Bandana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kot | North | 2.20 km |
| Udumkela | South | 2.97 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Askara Alias Madwasarai | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Chiparkaya | North | 5.54 km |
| Jajga | East | 5.81 km |
| Dumarbhawana | North-East | 6.25 km |
| Kaljiwa Alias Maltipur | North-West | 6.37 km |
| Kuniya | West | 6.50 km |
| Deogarh | South-East | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandana
Bandana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Bandana is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Bandana is about 45 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 Bandana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bandana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bandana
Where is Bandana located?
Bandana village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandana?
Bandana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandana?
The pincode of Bandana is 497001.
What is the population of Bandana?
Bandana has a total population of 3,327, including 1,659 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Bandana?
There are 731 households in Bandana.
What is the literacy rate in Bandana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandana is 37.48%. Male literacy is 43.10% and female literacy is 31.89%.