Bandla - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Bandla is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bandla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandla is 019771. The village covers a total geographical area of 574 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Bandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandla
As per Census 2011, Bandla village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 741 males and 680 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 741 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 81 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 191 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 549 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 192 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Bandla
Bandla 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 Bandla
Public transport in the Bandla is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bandla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Bandla is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandla 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 Bandla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandla 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandla
Where is Bandla located?
Bandla village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandla?
Bandla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandla?
The pincode of Bandla is 174001.
What is the population of Bandla?
Bandla has a total population of 1,421, including 741 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Bandla?
There are 272 households in Bandla.
What is the literacy rate in Bandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandla is 67.21%. Male literacy is 74.09% and female literacy is 59.71%.