Bandespanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Bandespanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandespanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandespanga is 416621. The village covers a total geographical area of 332 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Bandespanga 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 Bandespanga
According to the 2011 Census, Bandespanga village had a total population of 70 people, including 35 males and 35 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.18%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 14.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bandespanga
Bandespanga 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 Bandespanga
Public transport in the Bandespanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Bandespanga is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bandespanga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandespanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandespanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandespanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandespanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bandespanga
Where is Bandespanga located?
Bandespanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandespanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandespanga is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Bandespanga?
The pincode of Bandespanga is 762103.
What is the population of Bandespanga?
Bandespanga had a total population of 70, including 35 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Bandespanga?
Bandespanga had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandespanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandespanga was 41.18%. Male literacy was 70.83% and female literacy was 14.81%.