Bando - Sisai, Gumla
Bando is a village situated in the Sisai subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sisai and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Bondo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bando village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bando is 375659. The village covers a total geographical area of 820.97 hectares and falls under the 835824 pincode.
Bando village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bando
As per Census 2011, Bando village has a total population of 2,299 people, consisting of 1,156 males and 1,143 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 1,344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,916 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bando are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,299 | 1,156 | 1,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 208 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,916 | 964 | 952 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 585 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,344 | 571 | 773 |
Nearby Villages of Bando
Bando is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Garwali | West | 2.22 km |
| Mada | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Hesagutu | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Patlo | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Toto | North | 2.72 km |
| Banpur | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Sursa | East | 2.86 km |
| Gageya | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Pali | West | 3.49 km |
| Ekamba | West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bando
Bando is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Irgaon, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Bando is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bando
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bando 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 Bando
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bando village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bando
Where is Bando located?
Bando village is located in Sisai Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bando?
The Gram Panchayat of Bando is Bondo.
What is the pincode of Bando?
The pincode of Bando is 835824.
What is the population of Bando?
Bando has a total population of 2,299, including 1,156 males and 1,143 females.
How many households are there in Bando?
There are 387 households in Bando.
What is the literacy rate in Bando?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bando is 41.54%. Male literacy is 50.61% and female literacy is 32.37%.