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
According to the 2011 Census, Bandhagochha village had a total population of 558 people, including 293 males and 265 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.67%, with male literacy at 41.87% and female literacy at 26.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 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 had a total population of 558, including 293 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Bandhagochha?
Bandhagochha had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhagochha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhagochha was 34.67%. Male literacy was 41.87% and female literacy was 26.87%.