Bandapanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Bandapanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bhramarabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandapanga is 416635. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Bandapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Bandapanga village had a total population of 143 people, including 68 males and 75 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.84%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 16 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bandapanga
Bandapanga 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 Bandapanga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bandapanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Bandapanga is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bandapanga is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandapanga 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 Bandapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandapanga 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 Bandapanga
Where is Bandapanga located?
Bandapanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandapanga is Bhramarabadi.
What is the pincode of Bandapanga?
The pincode of Bandapanga is 762103.
What is the population of Bandapanga?
Bandapanga had a total population of 143, including 68 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Bandapanga?
Bandapanga had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandapanga was 79.84%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 71.83%.