Bandhawa - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Bandhawa is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Bardi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhawa is 503503. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.97 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Bandhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Bandhawa village had a total population of 73 people, including 38 males and 35 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.68%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhawa
Bandhawa 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 Bandhawa
Bandhawa 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Bandhawa is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhawa 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Bandhawa
Where is Bandhawa located?
Bandhawa village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhawa is Bardi.
What is the pincode of Bandhawa?
The pincode of Bandhawa is 486882.
What is the population of Bandhawa?
Bandhawa had a total population of 73, including 38 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Bandhawa?
Bandhawa had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhawa was 59.68%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 50.00%.