Bhondandigar - Parola, Jalgaon
Bhondandigar is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Bhondon Digar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhondandigar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhondandigar is 527612. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.84 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhondandigar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhondandigar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhondandigar village had a total population of 1,676 people, including 873 males and 803 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.51%, with male literacy at 75.03% and female literacy at 59.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 1,676 | 873 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 124 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 216 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 562 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 311 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Bhondandigar
Bhondandigar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Popatnagar | West | 1.31 km |
| Chorwad | South | 2.01 km |
| Mangrul | North | 2.40 km |
| Morfal | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Chahutre | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Vasantwadi | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Palaskhede Seem | North | 4.25 km |
| Waghare | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Kholsar | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Morfali | North-West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhondandigar
Bhondandigar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagardevla, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| 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 Parola to Bhondandigar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Bhondandigar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhondandigar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhondandigar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhondandigar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhondandigar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhondandigar
Where is Bhondandigar located?
Bhondandigar village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhondandigar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhondandigar is Bhondon Digar.
What is the pincode of Bhondandigar?
The pincode of Bhondandigar is 425111.
What is the population of Bhondandigar?
Bhondandigar had a total population of 1,676, including 873 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Bhondandigar?
Bhondandigar had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhondandigar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhondandigar was 67.51%. Male literacy was 75.03% and female literacy was 59.61%.