Bandengia - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Bandengia is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Nuagaon and around 90 km from Phulbani. Letingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandengia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandengia is 416887. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Bandengia 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 Bandengia
According to the 2011 Census, Bandengia village had a total population of 202 people, including 96 males and 106 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.45%, with male literacy at 73.49% and female literacy at 35.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 61 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 35 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Bandengia
Bandengia 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 Bandengia
Public transport in the Bandengia 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 >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 Bandengia is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bandengia 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 Bandengia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandengia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandengia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandengia 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 Bandengia
Where is Bandengia located?
Bandengia village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandengia?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandengia is Letingia.
What is the pincode of Bandengia?
The pincode of Bandengia is 762102.
What is the population of Bandengia?
Bandengia had a total population of 202, including 96 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Bandengia?
Bandengia had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandengia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandengia was 53.45%. Male literacy was 73.49% and female literacy was 35.16%.