Bandgaon
Bandgaon is a village located in Bandgaon subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Bandgaon. Bandgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Bandgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Bandgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bandgaon unique in its vibrant Bandgaon-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Bandgaon’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 Bandgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandgaon is 377132. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Bandgaon is nearest town to Bandgaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bandgaon 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 Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bandgaon
Population of Bandgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Bandgaon has a total population of about 1,014, with approximately 547 males and 467 females. The sex ratio is around 853 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 159 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 513. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.05%, with male literacy at about 72.58% and female literacy near 47.54%. There are around 211 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bandgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 547 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 73 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 261 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 397 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 150 | 245 |
Connectivity of Bandgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bandgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Bandgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bandgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Bandgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bandgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bandgaon
- Where is Bandgaon located?
- Bandgaon village is situated in Bandgaon Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bandgaon?
- Bandgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bandgaon?
- The pincode of Bandgaon is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandgaon is 1,014, with 547 males and 467 females.
- How many households are there in Bandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bandgaon village has a total of 211 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandgaon is 61.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.58%, while the female literacy rate is 47.54%.