Bondhari - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Bondhari is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bondhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bondhari is 425030. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Bondhari 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 Bondhari
As per Census 2011, Bondhari village has a total population of 1,171 people, consisting of 567 males and 604 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 260 literate and 911 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 758 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bondhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,171 | 567 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 758 | 366 | 392 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 161 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 911 | 406 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Bondhari
Bondhari 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 Bondhari
Public transport in the Bondhari 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 Rayagada to Bondhari is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bondhari is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bondhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bondhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bondhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bondhari 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 Bondhari
Where is Bondhari located?
Bondhari village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bondhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bondhari is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Bondhari?
The pincode of Bondhari is 765020.
What is the population of Bondhari?
Bondhari has a total population of 1,171, including 567 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Bondhari?
There are 265 households in Bondhari.
What is the literacy rate in Bondhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bondhari is 22.20%. Male literacy is 28.40% and female literacy is 16.39%.