Bandihole - Krishnarajpet, Mandya
Bandihole is a village situated in the Krishnarajpet taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krishnarajapet and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Bandihole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandihole is 613548. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.59 hectares and falls under the 571426 pincode. Krishnarajpet is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bandihole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajpet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandihole
As per Census 2011, Bandihole village has a total population of 2,678 people, consisting of 1,378 males and 1,300 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,828 literate and 850 illiterate residents. Additionally, 667 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 44 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandihole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,678 | 1,378 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 144 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 667 | 344 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 1,036 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 850 | 342 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Bandihole
Bandihole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biliganahalli | South | 1.06 km |
| Gattiganahalli | South-West | 1.24 km |
| V.hosur | West | 1.69 km |
| Laxmipura | South | 1.87 km |
| Chandagonahalli | North | 1.93 km |
| Karthalu | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Hosagadde | West | 2.84 km |
| Thernenahalli | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Kurnenahalli | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Saxibeedu | West | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandihole
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bandihole. The nearest railway station is Birahalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnarajpet to Bandihole is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Bandihole is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandihole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandihole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandihole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandihole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandihole
Where is Bandihole located?
Bandihole village is located in Krishnarajpet Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandihole?
Bandihole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandihole?
The pincode of Bandihole is 571426.
What is the population of Bandihole?
Bandihole has a total population of 2,678, including 1,378 males and 1,300 females.
How many households are there in Bandihole?
There are 649 households in Bandihole.
What is the literacy rate in Bandihole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandihole is 68.26%. Male literacy is 75.18% and female literacy is 60.92%.