Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) - Pottangi, Koraput
Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Talagoluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) is 430100. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) 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 Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)
According to the 2011 Census, Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) village had a total population of 347 people, including 186 males and 161 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.97%, with male literacy at 38.57% and female literacy at 28.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 347 | 186 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 132 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)
Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) 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 Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)
Public transport in the Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jeypur to Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) 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 Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)
Where is Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) located?
Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) is Talagoluru.
What is the pincode of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)?
The pincode of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) is 764039.
What is the population of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)?
Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) had a total population of 347, including 186 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)?
Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandagudi (Bandhagudi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandagudi (Bandhagudi) was 33.97%. Male literacy was 38.57% and female literacy was 28.69%.