Bhandotra - Dantiwada, Banas Kantha
Bhandotra is a village situated in the Dantiwada taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dantiwada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Bhandotra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandotra is 507695. The village covers a total geographical area of 886.01 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Bhandotra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandotra
As per Census 2011, Bhandotra village has a total population of 2,985 people, consisting of 1,533 males and 1,452 females. The village has 490 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,405 literate and 1,580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandotra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,985 | 1,533 | 1,452 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 265 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 244 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 926 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,580 | 607 | 973 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandotra
Bhandotra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhandotra
Bhandotra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhanera to Bhandotra is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Bhandotra is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandotra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandotra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhandotra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandotra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandotra
Where is Bhandotra located?
Bhandotra village is located in Dantiwada Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandotra?
Bhandotra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandotra?
The pincode of Bhandotra is 385545.
What is the population of Bhandotra?
Bhandotra has a total population of 2,985, including 1,533 males and 1,452 females.
How many households are there in Bhandotra?
There are 490 households in Bhandotra.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandotra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandotra is 47.07%. Male literacy is 60.40% and female literacy is 32.99%.