Bandla - Nihri, Mandi
Bandla is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghrot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandla is 015696. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.39 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandla
According to the 2011 Census, Bandla village had a total population of 18 people, including 9 males and 9 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.47%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
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 facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bandla.
| 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 Bandla is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandla
Where is Bandla located?
Bandla village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandla is Ghrot.
What is the pincode of Bandla?
The pincode of Bandla is 175031.
What is the population of Bandla?
Bandla had a total population of 18, including 9 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Bandla?
Bandla had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandla was 76.47%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 66.67%.