Bhandra

Bhandra is a village located in Padma subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Padma (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Pindarkon is the gram panchayat of Bhandra village.

Bhandra has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh 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 Bhandra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandra is 368012. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825405. Padma is nearest town to Bhandra village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhandra village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhandra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,267 652 615
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 225 114 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 87 39 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 664 406 258
Illiterate Population 603 246 357

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

  • The total population of Bhandra village is around 1,267, including approximately 652 males and 615 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhandra village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bhandra village is about 52.41%, with male literacy at 62.27% and female literacy at 41.95%.
  • There are around 239 households in Bhandra village.

Connectivity of Bhandra

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

Nearby Villages of Bhandra

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandra

Where is Bhandra located?
Bhandra village is situated in Padma Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandra is Pindarkon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhandra?
The pincode of Bhandra is 825405, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandra is 1,267, with 652 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Bhandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhandra village has a total of 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandra is 52.41%. The male literacy rate is 62.27%, while the female literacy rate is 41.95%.