Bundel - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Bundel is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bundel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bundel is 422984. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Bundel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bundel
As per Census 2011, Bundel village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 83 males and 84 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bundel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 83 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 39 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Bundel
Bundel 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 Bundel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bundel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhawanipatna to Bundel is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Bundel 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 Bundel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bundel 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 Bundel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bundel 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 Bundel
Where is Bundel located?
Bundel village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bundel?
The Gram Panchayat of Bundel is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Bundel?
The pincode of Bundel is 766027.
What is the population of Bundel?
Bundel has a total population of 167, including 83 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bundel?
There are 39 households in Bundel.
What is the literacy rate in Bundel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bundel is 43.71%. Male literacy is 53.01% and female literacy is 34.52%.