Bandha - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Bandha is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Seoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandha is 490629. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.53 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandha
As per Census 2011, Bandha village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 219 males and 206 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 244 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 219 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 121 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 146 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 73 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Bandha
Bandha 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 Bandha
Bandha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Gotegaon to Bandha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bandha is about 35 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 Bandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bandha
Where is Bandha located?
Bandha village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandha is Seoni.
What is the pincode of Bandha?
The pincode of Bandha is 487118.
What is the population of Bandha?
Bandha has a total population of 425, including 219 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Bandha?
There are 86 households in Bandha.
What is the literacy rate in Bandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandha is 58.12%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 49.03%.