Bandaguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Bandaguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 158 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Subaranagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandaguda is 417160. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 133 km away.
Bandaguda 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 Bandaguda
As per Census 2011, Bandaguda village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 292 males and 285 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 294 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 292 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 148 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 161 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 131 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Bandaguda
Bandaguda 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 Bandaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bandaguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Bandaguda is about 133 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bandaguda is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandaguda 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 Bandaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandaguda 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 Bandaguda
Where is Bandaguda located?
Bandaguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandaguda is Subaranagiri.
What is the pincode of Bandaguda?
The pincode of Bandaguda is 762105.
What is the population of Bandaguda?
Bandaguda has a total population of 577, including 292 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Bandaguda?
There are 123 households in Bandaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Bandaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandaguda is 43.33%. Male literacy is 55.14% and female literacy is 31.23%.