Bhandaria - Bhandaria, Garhwa
Bhandaria is a village situated in the Bhandaria subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. Bhandaria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandaria is 347965. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.05 hectares and falls under the 822125 pincode. Gadhwa is the nearest town.
Bhandaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daltonganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palamau Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandaria
As per Census 2011, Bhandaria village has a total population of 3,206 people, consisting of 1,605 males and 1,601 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 551 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,991 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,206 | 1,605 | 1,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 297 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 64 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,500 | 686 | 814 |
| Literate Population | 1,991 | 1,096 | 895 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 509 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandaria
Bhandaria 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 Bhandaria
Bhandaria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Garhwa to Bhandaria is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandaria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhandaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bhandaria
Where is Bhandaria located?
Bhandaria village is located in Bhandaria Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandaria?
Bhandaria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhandaria?
The pincode of Bhandaria is 822125.
What is the population of Bhandaria?
Bhandaria has a total population of 3,206, including 1,605 males and 1,601 females.
How many households are there in Bhandaria?
There are 619 households in Bhandaria.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandaria is 62.10%. Male literacy is 68.29% and female literacy is 55.90%.