Bandhagochha - Surada, Ganjam
Bandhagochha is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Genja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhagochha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhagochha is 410828. The village covers a total geographical area of 400 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bandhagochha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhagochha
As per Census 2011, Bandhagochha village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 293 males and 265 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandhagochha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 293 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 165 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 103 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 190 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhagochha
Bandhagochha 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 Bandhagochha
Bandhagochha 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 5-10 km |
| 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 Surada to Bandhagochha is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Bandhagochha is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhagochha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhagochha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhagochha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhagochha 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 Bandhagochha
Where is Bandhagochha located?
Bandhagochha village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhagochha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhagochha is Genja.
What is the pincode of Bandhagochha?
The pincode of Bandhagochha is 761108.
What is the population of Bandhagochha?
Bandhagochha has a total population of 558, including 293 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Bandhagochha?
There are 127 households in Bandhagochha.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhagochha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhagochha is 29.39%. Male literacy is 35.15% and female literacy is 23.02%.