Bandaguda - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Bandaguda is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandaguda is 416950. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 78 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bandaguda village had a total population of 150 people, including 76 males and 74 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 6.19%, with male literacy at 7.14% and female literacy at 5.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 72 | 71 |
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 5-10 km of the Bandaguda.
| 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 Phulabani to Bandaguda is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Bandaguda is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Bandaguda
Where is Bandaguda located?
Bandaguda village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandaguda is Sirla.
What is the pincode of Bandaguda?
The pincode of Bandaguda is 762107.
What is the population of Bandaguda?
Bandaguda had a total population of 150, including 76 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Bandaguda?
Bandaguda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandaguda was 6.19%. Male literacy was 7.14% and female literacy was 5.26%.