Bhandya Village Overview
Bhandya is a village in Tirthahalli tehsil of Shimoga district, Karnataka. It lies about 8 km from Tirthahalli tehsil headquarters and around 50 km from Shimoga district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Bhandya Kukke is the Gram Panchayat for Bhandya village.
The sections below provide essential information about Bhandya village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandya is 608145. The village covers a geographical area of 535.19 hectares and has a pincode of 577414. Tirthahalli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Location Map of Bhandya
Population & Demographics of Bhandya
This section provides population and demographic details of Bhandya village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 338 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 268 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 70 | 119 |
Key population details of Bhandya village are given below:
- Bhandya village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 757, including approximately 338 males and 419 females, with a sex ratio of 1239 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 16 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Bhandya village is high, with a literacy rate of about 75.03%.
- There are around 188 households in Bhandya village.
Transport & Connectivity of Bhandya
Transport facilities help residents of Bhandya village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhandya
The following villages are located close to Bhandya and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandya
- Where is Bhandya located?
- Bhandya village is located in Tirthahalli Taluka, Shimoga district, Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhandya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhandya is Bhandya Kukke (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Bhandya?
- The pincode of Bhandya is 577414.
- What is the population of Bhandya?
- Bhandya has a total population of 757, including 338 males and 419 females.
- How many households are there in Bhandya?
- There are 188 households in Bhandya.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhandya?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandya is 75.03%. Male literacy is 79.29% and female literacy is 71.60%.