Bandi

Bandi is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Check Wangund is the gram panchayat of Bandi village.

Bandi has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandi is 000271. The village spans a total geographical area of 85.4 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Bandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Bandi

Below is a concise population overview of Bandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 956 541 415
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 204 98 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 789 447 342
Literate Population 196 130 66
Illiterate Population 760 411 349

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bandi village:

  • The total population of Bandi village is around 956, including approximately 541 males and 415 females, with a sex ratio of 767 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 204 children aged 0–6 years in Bandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bandi village has 789 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bandi village is about 20.50%, with male literacy at 24.03% and female literacy at 15.90%.
  • There are around 146 households in Bandi village.

Connectivity of Bandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bandi. As per the 2011 stats, Bandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Bandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bandi.

Sanzi Pora Kutlari Khudi Haider Mari Moona Bal Lohikot Harel Shil Thra Duda Kuhl Sheikh Pora Jahama Gund Razak

Frequently Asked Questions about Bandi

Where is Bandi located?
Bandi village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandi is Check Wangund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Bandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandi is 956, with 541 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Bandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bandi village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandi is 20.50%. The male literacy rate is 24.03%, while the female literacy rate is 15.90%.