Bhandara - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Bhandara is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from Santrampur and around 81 km from Godhra. Bhandara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandara is 518016. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.17 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bhandara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandara
As per Census 2011, Bhandara village has a total population of 3,954 people, consisting of 2,047 males and 1,907 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 624 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,458 literate and 1,496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,903 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,954 | 2,047 | 1,907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 349 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,903 | 2,022 | 1,881 |
| Literate Population | 2,458 | 1,453 | 1,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,496 | 594 | 902 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandara
Bhandara 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 Bhandara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bhandara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Santrampur to Bhandara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Bhandara is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhandara
Where is Bhandara located?
Bhandara village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandara?
Bhandara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandara?
The pincode of Bhandara is 389260.
What is the population of Bhandara?
Bhandara has a total population of 3,954, including 2,047 males and 1,907 females.
How many households are there in Bhandara?
There are 699 households in Bhandara.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandara is 62.16%. Male literacy is 70.98% and female literacy is 52.70%.