Bandol - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Bandol is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Saliwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandol is 490565. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.7 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bandol 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 Bandol
As per Census 2011, Bandol village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 149 males and 141 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 149 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 122 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 27 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Bandol
Bandol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudiya | North | 1.19 km |
| Kuklah | South | 1.38 km |
| Kumjhor | East | 1.41 km |
| Saliwada | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Simariya | West | 2.23 km |
| Dhudiya | North | 2.40 km |
| Maliwada | North | 2.57 km |
| Kursibada | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Narwara | East | 2.76 km |
| Mawai | North-East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandol
Bandol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Bandol is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bandol is about 48 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 Bandol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandol 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 Bandol
Where is Bandol located?
Bandol village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandol?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandol is Saliwada.
What is the pincode of Bandol?
The pincode of Bandol is 487118.
What is the population of Bandol?
Bandol has a total population of 290, including 149 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Bandol?
There are 85 households in Bandol.
What is the literacy rate in Bandol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandol is 72.07%. Male literacy is 81.88% and female literacy is 61.70%.