Aharbandh - Kusumi, Mayurbhanj
Aharbandh is a village situated in the Kusumi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Rairangpur and around 130 km from Baripada. Aharbandh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aharbandh is 388253. The village covers a total geographical area of 720 hectares and falls under the 757050 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Aharbandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aharbandh
As per Census 2011, Aharbandh village has a total population of 3,129 people, consisting of 1,611 males and 1,518 females. The village has 768 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,891 literate and 1,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aharbandh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,129 | 1,611 | 1,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 136 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 227 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,421 | 733 | 688 |
| Literate Population | 1,891 | 1,157 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 454 | 784 |
Nearby Villages of Aharbandh
Aharbandh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Teleighutu | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Narendraposi | North | 2.03 km |
| Kherna | West | 2.52 km |
| Saraspada | South | 2.72 km |
| Deogan | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Chingudipokhari | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Tinaposi | South | 2.87 km |
| Chulibhanga | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Bargimara | East | 3.04 km |
| Bakadihi | North | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aharbandh
Public transport in the Aharbandh 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 59.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Aharbandh is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Aharbandh is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aharbandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aharbandh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Aharbandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aharbandh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aharbandh
Where is Aharbandh located?
Aharbandh village is located in Kusumi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aharbandh?
Aharbandh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aharbandh?
The pincode of Aharbandh is 757050.
What is the population of Aharbandh?
Aharbandh has a total population of 3,129, including 1,611 males and 1,518 females.
How many households are there in Aharbandh?
There are 768 households in Aharbandh.
What is the literacy rate in Aharbandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aharbandh is 60.43%. Male literacy is 71.82% and female literacy is 48.35%.