Babandha
Babandha is a village located in Rasol tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Rasol (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Babandha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Babandha unique in its vibrant Rasol-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Babandha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Babandha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Babandha is 403103. The village spans a total geographical area of 1819 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759019. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Babandha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Babandha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Babandha
Population of Babandha
According to the 2011 Census, Babandha has a total population of about 3,144, with approximately 1,553 males and 1,591 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 355 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,094 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 185. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.67%, with male literacy at about 78.88% and female literacy near 62.66%. There are around 749 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Babandha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,144 | 1,553 | 1,591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 172 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,094 | 546 | 548 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 88 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 2,222 | 1,225 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 328 | 594 |
Connectivity of Babandha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Babandha. As per the 2011 stats, Babandha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Babandha
Knowing the nearby villages of Babandha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Babandha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Babandha
- Where is Babandha located?
- Babandha village is situated in Rasol Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Babandha?
- Babandha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Babandha?
- The pincode of Babandha is 759019, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Babandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Babandha is 3,144, with 1,553 males and 1,591 females.
- How many households are there in Babandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Babandha village has a total of 749 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Babandha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Babandha is 70.67%. The male literacy rate is 78.88%, while the female literacy rate is 62.66%.