Bandhugaon - Dasapalla, Nayagarh
Bandhugaon is a village situated in the Dasapalla tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasapalla and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Sariganda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhugaon is 405460. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 752084 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Bandhugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhugaon
As per Census 2011, Bandhugaon village has a total population of 600 people, consisting of 301 males and 299 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandhugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 301 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 196 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 105 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhugaon
Bandhugaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patharpunja | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Sariganda | South | 0.95 km |
| Narasinghpur | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Gopinathpur | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Kukuprasad | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Barapalli | North | 1.77 km |
| Niliguda | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Mahulia | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Rayatiodasara | West | 2.66 km |
| Andharkot | East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandhugaon
Bandhugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Bandhugaon is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhugaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bandhugaon
Where is Bandhugaon located?
Bandhugaon village is located in Dasapalla Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhugaon is Sariganda.
What is the pincode of Bandhugaon?
The pincode of Bandhugaon is 752084.
What is the population of Bandhugaon?
Bandhugaon has a total population of 600, including 301 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Bandhugaon?
There are 151 households in Bandhugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhugaon is 54.83%. Male literacy is 65.12% and female literacy is 44.48%.