Banpandugandi - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj

Banpandugandi is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Chakidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banpandugandi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Banpandugandi is 388403. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.

Banpandugandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Banpandugandi

As per Census 2011, Banpandugandi village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 147 males and 154 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Banpandugandi are given below:

Nearby Villages of Banpandugandi

Banpandugandi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Banpandugandi

Public transport in the Banpandugandi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Banpandugandi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Banpandugandi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Banpandugandi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banpandugandi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Banpandugandi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banpandugandi village are given below:

FAQs about Banpandugandi