Bendla - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Bendla is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 140 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Duarsuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bendla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bendla is 428381. The village covers a total geographical area of 1125 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Kotpad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bendla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bendla
As per Census 2011, Bendla village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 133 males and 126 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 238 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bendla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 133 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 128 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Bendla
Bendla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manguruguda | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Balighat | South | 2.45 km |
| Kapasigura | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Cherampadar | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Narangura No-1 | West | 2.76 km |
| Paikanipadar | South | 2.90 km |
| Mandra | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Phatkambapadar | South | 3.20 km |
| Badakukudakata | South | 3.25 km |
| Duarsuni | West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bendla
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bendla. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotpad to Bendla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bendla is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bendla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bendla 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 Bendla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bendla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bendla
Where is Bendla located?
Bendla village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bendla?
The Gram Panchayat of Bendla is Duarsuni.
What is the pincode of Bendla?
The pincode of Bendla is 764028.
What is the population of Bendla?
Bendla has a total population of 259, including 133 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Bendla?
There are 73 households in Bendla.
What is the literacy rate in Bendla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bendla is 3.47%. Male literacy is 3.76% and female literacy is 3.17%.