Bandhur - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Bandhur is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kulbhatti serves as the Village Panchayat for Bandhur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhur is 538901. The village covers a total geographical area of 1248.79 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Bandhur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhur
According to the 2011 Census, Bandhur village had a total population of 114 people, including 56 males and 58 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.21%, with male literacy at 47.83% and female literacy at 40.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 34 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhur
Bandhur 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 Bandhur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bandhur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Bandhur is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Bandhur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhur 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 Bandhur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandhur
Where is Bandhur located?
Bandhur village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bandhur?
The Village Panchayat of Bandhur is Kulbhatti.
What is the pincode of Bandhur?
The pincode of Bandhur is 442606.
What is the population of Bandhur?
Bandhur had a total population of 114, including 56 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Bandhur?
Bandhur had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhur was 44.21%. Male literacy was 47.83% and female literacy was 40.82%.