Bandala - Astaranga, Puri
Bandala is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sisua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandala is 409266. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Bandala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandala
As per Census 2011, Bandala village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 253 males and 215 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 108 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 253 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 214 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Bandala
Bandala 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 Bandala
Bandala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Konark to Bandala is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bandala is about 53 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 Bandala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandala
Where is Bandala located?
Bandala village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandala is Sisua.
What is the pincode of Bandala?
The pincode of Bandala is 752109.
What is the population of Bandala?
Bandala has a total population of 468, including 253 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Bandala?
There are 107 households in Bandala.
What is the literacy rate in Bandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandala is 76.92%. Male literacy is 84.58% and female literacy is 67.91%.