Bandalo - Gop, Puri
Bandalo is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Konark and around 30 km from Puri. Achutapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandalo is 409329. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bandalo 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 Bandalo
According to the 2011 Census, Bandalo village had a total population of 371 people, including 191 males and 180 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 92.94% and female literacy at 84.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 371 | 191 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 33 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Bandalo
Bandalo 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 Bandalo
Bandalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bandalo is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Bandalo is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandalo 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 Bandalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bandalo
Where is Bandalo located?
Bandalo village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandalo is Achutapur.
What is the pincode of Bandalo?
The pincode of Bandalo is 752110.
What is the population of Bandalo?
Bandalo had a total population of 371, including 191 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Bandalo?
Bandalo had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandalo was 88.89%. Male literacy was 92.94% and female literacy was 84.66%.