Bandrai - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Bandrai is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Seiya serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bandrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandrai is 001624. The village covers a total geographical area of 581.5 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bandrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandrai
According to the 2011 Census, Bandrai village had a total population of 1,210 people, including 620 males and 590 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.03%, with male literacy at 73.60% and female literacy at 56.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 1,210 | 620 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 101 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 382 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 238 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Bandrai
Bandrai 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 Bandrai
Bandrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Bandrai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Bandrai is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandrai
Where is Bandrai located?
Bandrai village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bandrai?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bandrai is Seiya.
What is the pincode of Bandrai?
The pincode of Bandrai is 185203.
What is the population of Bandrai?
Bandrai had a total population of 1,210, including 620 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Bandrai?
Bandrai had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandrai was 65.03%. Male literacy was 73.60% and female literacy was 56.18%.