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
According to the 2011 Census, Bandemila village had a total population of 346 people, including 165 males and 181 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.14%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 43.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 346 | 165 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 346, including 165 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Bandemila?
Bandemila had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandemila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandemila was 59.14%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 43.04%.