Bandiya - Abdasa, Kachchh
Bandiya is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Bandiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandiya is 507081. The village covers a total geographical area of 4419.43 hectares and falls under the 370620 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Bandiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandiya
According to the 2011 Census, Bandiya village had a total population of 897 people, including 454 males and 443 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.04%, with male literacy at 82.45% and female literacy at 61.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 454 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 310 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 144 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Bandiya
Bandiya 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 Bandiya
Public transport in the Bandiya is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhuj to Bandiya is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandiya 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 Bandiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandiya 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 Bandiya
Where is Bandiya located?
Bandiya village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandiya?
Bandiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandiya?
The pincode of Bandiya is 370620.
What is the population of Bandiya?
Bandiya had a total population of 897, including 454 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Bandiya?
Bandiya had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandiya was 72.04%. Male literacy was 82.45% and female literacy was 61.60%.