Bandih - Khunti
Bandih is a village situated in the Khunti subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Khunti, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Landup serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandih is 375214. The village covers a total geographical area of 385 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Bandih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandih
As per Census 2011, Bandih village has a total population of 733 people, consisting of 358 males and 375 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 724 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 733 | 358 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 724 | 352 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 154 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 204 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Bandih
Bandih 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 Bandih
Public transport in the Bandih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Bandih is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandih 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 Bandih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandih
Where is Bandih located?
Bandih village is located in Khunti Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandih?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandih is Landup.
What is the pincode of Bandih?
The pincode of Bandih is 835210.
What is the population of Bandih?
Bandih has a total population of 733, including 358 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Bandih?
There are 140 households in Bandih.
What is the literacy rate in Bandih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandih is 34.79%. Male literacy is 43.02% and female literacy is 26.93%.