Bhandari - Arni, Yavatmal
Bhandari is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Chikani (kasaba) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandari is 543230. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.2 hectares and falls under the 445103 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bhandari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandari
As per Census 2011, Bhandari village has a total population of 3,279 people, consisting of 1,668 males and 1,611 females. The village has 840 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 521 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 1,986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,279 | 1,668 | 1,611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 266 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 787 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,986 | 881 | 1,105 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandari
Bhandari 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 Bhandari
Public transport in the Bhandari is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Bhandari is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Bhandari is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandari
Where is Bhandari located?
Bhandari village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandari is Chikani (kasaba).
What is the pincode of Bhandari?
The pincode of Bhandari is 445103.
What is the population of Bhandari?
Bhandari has a total population of 3,279, including 1,668 males and 1,611 females.
How many households are there in Bhandari?
There are 840 households in Bhandari.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandari is 39.43%. Male literacy is 47.18% and female literacy is 31.41%.