Banduru - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Banduru is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 153 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banduru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banduru is 417220. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 108 km away.
Banduru 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 Banduru
As per Census 2011, Banduru village has a total population of 213 people, consisting of 106 males and 107 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 106 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 90 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Banduru
Banduru 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 Banduru
Public transport in the Banduru 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 Rayagada to Banduru is about 108 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Banduru is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banduru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banduru 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 Banduru
Where is Banduru located?
Banduru village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banduru?
The Gram Panchayat of Banduru is Dharakote.
What is the pincode of Banduru?
The pincode of Banduru is 762105.
What is the population of Banduru?
Banduru has a total population of 213, including 106 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Banduru?
There are 47 households in Banduru.
What is the literacy rate in Banduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banduru is 9.39%. Male literacy is 15.09% and female literacy is 3.74%.