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.
Here you can discover what makes Bhandra unique in its vibrant Padma-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Bhandra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Bhandra
Population of Bhandra
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandra has a total population of about 1,267, with approximately 652 males and 615 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.41%, with male literacy at about 62.27% and female literacy near 41.95%. There are around 239 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.