Bandakpur - Damoh
Bandakpur is a village situated in the Damoh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Damoh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bandakpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandakpur is 462493. The village covers a total geographical area of 510.1 hectares and falls under the 470664 pincode. Hindoria is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bandakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Damoh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bandakpur
As per Census 2011, Bandakpur village has a total population of 5,598 people, consisting of 2,903 males and 2,695 females. The village has 1,142 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 824 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,945 literate and 1,653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,068 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandakpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,598 | 2,903 | 2,695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 414 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,068 | 520 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 85 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 3,945 | 2,241 | 1,704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,653 | 662 | 991 |
Nearby Villages of Bandakpur
Bandakpur 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 Bandakpur
Bandakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bandakpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindoria to Bandakpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Bandakpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandakpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandakpur
Where is Bandakpur located?
Bandakpur village is located in Damoh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandakpur?
Bandakpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandakpur?
The pincode of Bandakpur is 470664.
What is the population of Bandakpur?
Bandakpur has a total population of 5,598, including 2,903 males and 2,695 females.
How many households are there in Bandakpur?
There are 1,142 households in Bandakpur.
What is the literacy rate in Bandakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandakpur is 70.47%. Male literacy is 77.20% and female literacy is 63.23%.