Bendau (Bendo) - Kusmi, Sidhi
Bendau (Bendo) is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Karail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bendau (Bendo) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bendau (Bendo) is 503342. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.46 hectares and falls under the 486669 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Bendau (Bendo) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bendau (Bendo)
According to the 2011 Census, Bendau (Bendo) village had a total population of 322 people, including 171 males and 151 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.46%, with male literacy at 67.20% and female literacy at 36.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 322.
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 | 322 | 171 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 171 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 84 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 87 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Bendau (Bendo)
Bendau (Bendo) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kashkheda (kaskheda) | North | 2.22 km |
| Dihara | South | 3.35 km |
| Khamhariya | West | 3.70 km |
| Machedhi | West | 3.86 km |
| Ghorbandha | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Bhamraha | North | 4.25 km |
| Karail | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Gadwahi | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Tal | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Machharkata | North-West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bendau (Bendo)
Bendau (Bendo) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sursaraighat Jh, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Bendau (Bendo) is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bendau (Bendo)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bendau (Bendo) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bendau (Bendo)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bendau (Bendo) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bendau (Bendo)
Where is Bendau (Bendo) located?
Bendau (Bendo) village is located in Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bendau (Bendo)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bendau (Bendo) is Karail.
What is the pincode of Bendau (Bendo)?
The pincode of Bendau (Bendo) is 486669.
What is the population of Bendau (Bendo)?
Bendau (Bendo) had a total population of 322, including 171 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Bendau (Bendo)?
Bendau (Bendo) had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bendau (Bendo)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bendau (Bendo) was 52.46%. Male literacy was 67.20% and female literacy was 36.97%.