Bandua - Garu, Latehar
Bandua is a village situated in the Garu subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garu and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Chorha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandua is 367135. The village covers a total geographical area of 727 hectares and falls under the 829204 pincode.
Bandua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandua
According to the 2011 Census, Bandua village had a total population of 852 people, including 422 males and 430 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.53%, with male literacy at 72.05% and female literacy at 29.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 850.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 422 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 850 | 422 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 232 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 190 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Bandua
Bandua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gasigara | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Kotam | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Chanpi | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Sima Khas | West | 2.94 km |
| Chorha | North | 3.12 km |
| Lai | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Kumari | East | 3.73 km |
| Rud | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Nirasi | South | 3.95 km |
| Pailapathal | North-East | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandua
Bandua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kumendi, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Bandua is about 30 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 Bandua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bandua
Where is Bandua located?
Bandua village is located in Garu Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandua is Chorha.
What is the pincode of Bandua?
The pincode of Bandua is 829204.
What is the population of Bandua?
Bandua had a total population of 852, including 422 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Bandua?
Bandua had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandua was 50.53%. Male literacy was 72.05% and female literacy was 29.85%.