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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandari village had a total population of 3,279 people, including 1,668 males and 1,611 females, living in 840 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.88%, with male literacy at 56.13% and female literacy at 37.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Bhandari?
The Village 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 had a total population of 3,279, including 1,668 males and 1,611 females.
How many households are there in Bhandari?
Bhandari had 840 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandari was 46.88%. Male literacy was 56.13% and female literacy was 37.32%.