Bandaru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Bandaru is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Bandaru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandaru is 617672. The village covers a total geographical area of 2044.65 hectares and falls under the 574326 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bandaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandaru
As per Census 2011, Bandaru village has a total population of 4,011 people, consisting of 2,019 males and 1,992 females. The village has 802 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,857 literate and 1,154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,011 | 2,019 | 1,992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 206 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 184 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,857 | 1,579 | 1,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,154 | 440 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Bandaru
Bandaru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mogru | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Belalu | North | 4.99 km |
| Kaniyooru | West | 4.99 km |
| G0lithattu | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Patrame | East | 5.36 km |
| Bajathuru | South | 6.37 km |
| Urvalu | West | 6.50 km |
| Kokkada | East | 6.79 km |
| Koyyur | North | 6.96 km |
| Nyayatarpu | North-West | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandaru
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bandaru. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Beltangady to Bandaru is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Bandaru is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandaru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bandaru
Where is Bandaru located?
Bandaru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandaru?
Bandaru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandaru?
The pincode of Bandaru is 574326.
What is the population of Bandaru?
Bandaru has a total population of 4,011, including 2,019 males and 1,992 females.
How many households are there in Bandaru?
There are 802 households in Bandaru.
What is the literacy rate in Bandaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandaru is 71.23%. Male literacy is 78.21% and female literacy is 64.16%.