Bhandar

Bhandar is a village located in Meral subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Meral (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Lowadag is the gram panchayat of Bhandar village.

Bhandar has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 Bhandar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandar is 347637. The village spans a total geographical area of 43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822133. Meral is nearest town to Bhandar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bhandar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 863 457 406
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 86 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 146 77 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 372 239 133
Illiterate Population 491 218 273

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

  • The total population of Bhandar village is around 863, including approximately 457 males and 406 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhandar village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bhandar village is about 43.11%, with male literacy at 52.30% and female literacy at 32.76%.
  • There are around 196 households in Bhandar village.

Connectivity of Bhandar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandar. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandar 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhandar

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

Sohbaria Loadag Panduhan Adhaura Banka Sikni Rankiadheri Patara Rajbandha Khundra Bhim Khar

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandar

Where is Bhandar located?
Bhandar village is situated in Meral Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandar is Lowadag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhandar?
The pincode of Bhandar is 822133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandar is 863, with 457 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhandar village has a total of 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandar is 43.11%. The male literacy rate is 52.30%, while the female literacy rate is 32.76%.