Bhandora - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Bhandora is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Korda serves as the Village Panchayat for Bhandora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandora is 531632. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.15 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Bhandora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhandora
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandora village had a total population of 804 people, including 402 males and 402 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.47%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 56.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 523.
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 | 804 | 402 | 402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 38 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 145 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 523 | 257 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 312 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 90 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandora
Bhandora 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 Bhandora
Bhandora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Bhandora is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Bhandora is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhandora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandora
Where is Bhandora located?
Bhandora village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bhandora?
The Village Panchayat of Bhandora is Korda.
What is the pincode of Bhandora?
The pincode of Bhandora is 444807.
What is the population of Bhandora?
Bhandora had a total population of 804, including 402 males and 402 females.
How many households are there in Bhandora?
Bhandora had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandora was 71.47%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 56.40%.