Bandemila - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Bandemila is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandemila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandemila is 416699. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Bandemila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandemila
As per Census 2011, Bandemila village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 165 males and 181 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 246 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandemila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 165 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 120 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 110 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 55 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Bandemila
Bandemila 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 Bandemila
Public transport in the Bandemila is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Bandemila is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bandemila is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandemila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandemila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandemila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandemila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandemila
Where is Bandemila located?
Bandemila village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandemila?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandemila is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Bandemila?
The pincode of Bandemila is 762103.
What is the population of Bandemila?
Bandemila has a total population of 346, including 165 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Bandemila?
There are 86 households in Bandemila.
What is the literacy rate in Bandemila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandemila is 51.45%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 37.57%.