Bandhagura - Nandapur, Koraput
Bandhagura is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nandaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhagura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhagura is 429941. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bandhagura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhagura
According to the 2011 Census, Bandhagura village had a total population of 43 people, including 22 males and 21 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.50%, with male literacy at 28.57% and female literacy at 5.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhagura
Bandhagura 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 Bandhagura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bandhagura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sunabeda to Bandhagura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bandhagura is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhagura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhagura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhagura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhagura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bandhagura
Where is Bandhagura located?
Bandhagura village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhagura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhagura is Nandaka.
What is the pincode of Bandhagura?
The pincode of Bandhagura is 764037.
What is the population of Bandhagura?
Bandhagura had a total population of 43, including 22 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Bandhagura?
Bandhagura had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhagura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhagura was 17.50%. Male literacy was 28.57% and female literacy was 5.26%.