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
According to the 2011 Census, Bandegaon village had a total population of 222 people, including 95 males and 127 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,337 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.78%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 78.45%.
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 | 222 | 95 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 222, including 95 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bandegaon?
Bandegaon had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandegaon was 85.78%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 78.45%.