Bandua - Patan, Palamu
Bandua is a village situated in the Patan subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. Nawakhas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandua is 365967. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode.
Bandua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandua
According to the 2011 Census, Bandua village had a total population of 82 people, including 48 males and 34 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 708 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.89%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 34.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 82 | 48 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 24 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hurdaga | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Teliyadohar | East | 1.64 km |
| Kosiara | South | 1.67 km |
| Tetardih | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Bhitdiha | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Jitadih | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Durhi | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Pakariadih | East | 2.61 km |
| Basabar | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Pokharia | South-West | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandua
Bandua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kajri, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandua
Where is Bandua located?
Bandua village is located in Patan Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandua?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandua is Nawakhas.
What is the pincode of Bandua?
The pincode of Bandua is 822123.
What is the population of Bandua?
Bandua had a total population of 82, including 48 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Bandua?
Bandua had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandua was 47.89%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 34.48%.