Banandar - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Banandar is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Mamaan Banandar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banandar is 013490. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.63 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Banandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banandar
According to the 2011 Census, Banandar village had a total population of 269 people, including 100 males and 169 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,690 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.38%, with male literacy at 94.19% and female literacy at 85.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 269 | 100 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 81 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 19 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Banandar
Banandar 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 Banandar
Banandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mandi to Banandar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Banandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banandar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banandar
Where is Banandar located?
Banandar village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Banandar is Mamaan Banandar.
What is the pincode of Banandar?
The pincode of Banandar is 175016.
What is the population of Banandar?
Banandar had a total population of 269, including 100 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Banandar?
Banandar had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banandar was 88.38%. Male literacy was 94.19% and female literacy was 85.16%.