Vaga Bandha - Saharapada, Keonjhar
Vaga Bandha is a village situated in the Saharapada tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Turumunga and around 40 km from Kendujhar. Baikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaga Bandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaga Bandha is 385738. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 758032 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vaga Bandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaga Bandha
According to the 2011 Census, Vaga Bandha village had a total population of 34 people, including 18 males and 16 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Vaga Bandha
Vaga Bandha 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 Vaga Bandha
Vaga Bandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Vaga Bandha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Vaga Bandha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaga Bandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaga Bandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vaga Bandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaga Bandha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaga Bandha
Where is Vaga Bandha located?
Vaga Bandha village is located in Saharapada Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaga Bandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaga Bandha is Baikala.
What is the pincode of Vaga Bandha?
The pincode of Vaga Bandha is 758032.
What is the population of Vaga Bandha?
Vaga Bandha had a total population of 34, including 18 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Vaga Bandha?
Vaga Bandha had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaga Bandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaga Bandha was 67.86%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 53.33%.