Bandhagam - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Bandhagam is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhagam is 425109. The village covers a total geographical area of 257 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bandhagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhagam
As per Census 2011, Bandhagam village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 177 males and 189 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandhagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 177 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 153 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 88 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 89 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhagam
Bandhagam 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 Bandhagam
Public transport in the Bandhagam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Bandhagam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bandhagam is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhagam 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhagam 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bandhagam
Where is Bandhagam located?
Bandhagam village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhagam is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Bandhagam?
The pincode of Bandhagam is 765020.
What is the population of Bandhagam?
Bandhagam has a total population of 366, including 177 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Bandhagam?
There are 74 households in Bandhagam.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhagam is 41.80%. Male literacy is 49.72% and female literacy is 34.39%.