Bhandawad
Bhandawad is a village located in Jirapur tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Jirapur (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Bhandawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhandawad unique in its vibrant Jirapur-Rajgarh region. You’ll see Bhandawad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhandawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandawad is 478847. The village spans a total geographical area of 1233.34 hectares. Jirapur is nearest town to Bhandawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Bhandawad
Population of Bhandawad
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandawad has a total population of about 3,004, with approximately 1,574 males and 1,430 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 463 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 493 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.96%, with male literacy at about 63.85% and female literacy near 38.88%. There are around 639 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhandawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,004 | 1,574 | 1,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 263 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 249 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,561 | 1,005 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,443 | 569 | 874 |
Connectivity of Bhandawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandawad. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhandawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandawad
- Where is Bhandawad located?
- Bhandawad village is situated in Jirapur Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhandawad?
- Bhandawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bhandawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandawad is 3,004, with 1,574 males and 1,430 females.
- How many households are there in Bhandawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhandawad village has a total of 639 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhandawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandawad is 51.96%. The male literacy rate is 63.85%, while the female literacy rate is 38.88%.