Bendi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Bendi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Bendi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bendi is 502137. The village covers a total geographical area of 723.38 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Bendi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bendi
According to the 2011 Census, Bendi village had a total population of 906 people, including 486 males and 420 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.29%, with male literacy at 73.30% and female literacy at 47.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 739.
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 | 906 | 486 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 396 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 302 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 184 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Bendi
Bendi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bendi
Bendi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Bendi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Bendi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bendi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bendi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bendi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bendi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bendi
Where is Bendi located?
Bendi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bendi?
Bendi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bendi?
The pincode of Bendi is 484881.
What is the population of Bendi?
Bendi had a total population of 906, including 486 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Bendi?
Bendi had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bendi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bendi was 61.29%. Male literacy was 73.30% and female literacy was 47.66%.