Bangarda - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bangarda is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Bangarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangarda is 506032. The village covers a total geographical area of 1058 hectares and falls under the 450112 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bangarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangarda
According to the 2011 Census, Bangarda village had a total population of 2,452 people, including 1,288 males and 1,164 females, living in 487 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.08%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 58.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,304.
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 | 2,452 | 1,288 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 191 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,304 | 702 | 602 |
| Literate Population | 1,535 | 968 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 917 | 320 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Bangarda
Bangarda 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 Bangarda
Bangarda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mundi to Bangarda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Bangarda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bangarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangarda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bangarda
Where is Bangarda located?
Bangarda village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangarda?
Bangarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bangarda?
The pincode of Bangarda is 450112.
What is the population of Bangarda?
Bangarda had a total population of 2,452, including 1,288 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Bangarda?
Bangarda had 487 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bangarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangarda was 74.08%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 58.15%.