Bandegaon - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Bandegaon is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Girye serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandegaon is 566237. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027 hectares and falls under the 416806 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bandegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandegaon
As per Census 2011, Bandegaon village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 95 males and 127 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,336 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 47 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 95 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 11 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bandegaon
Bandegaon 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 Bandegaon
Bandegaon 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 <5 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 Rajapur to Bandegaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Bandegaon is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandegaon
Where is Bandegaon located?
Bandegaon village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandegaon is Girye.
What is the pincode of Bandegaon?
The pincode of Bandegaon is 416806.
What is the population of Bandegaon?
Bandegaon has a total population of 222, including 95 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bandegaon?
There are 67 households in Bandegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bandegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandegaon is 78.83%. Male literacy is 88.42% and female literacy is 71.65%.