Bandhabhuin - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Bandhabhuin is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Baunsa Pokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhabhuin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhabhuin is 403061. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bandhabhuin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhabhuin
According to the 2011 Census, Bandhabhuin village had a total population of 266 people, including 137 males and 129 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.86%, with male literacy at 72.81% and female literacy at 64.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 266 | 137 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 83 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 54 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhabhuin
Bandhabhuin 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 Bandhabhuin
Bandhabhuin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Bandhabhuin is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Bandhabhuin is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhabhuin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhabhuin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhabhuin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhabhuin 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 Bandhabhuin
Where is Bandhabhuin located?
Bandhabhuin village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhabhuin?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhabhuin is Baunsa Pokhari.
What is the pincode of Bandhabhuin?
The pincode of Bandhabhuin is 759022.
What is the population of Bandhabhuin?
Bandhabhuin had a total population of 266, including 137 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Bandhabhuin?
Bandhabhuin had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhabhuin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhabhuin was 68.86%. Male literacy was 72.81% and female literacy was 64.91%.