Bandhakaranja - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Bandhakaranja is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Polama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhakaranja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhakaranja is 425582. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Bandhakaranja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhakaranja
As per Census 2011, Bandhakaranja village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 84 males and 100 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,190 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandhakaranja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 84 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 74 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 66 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhakaranja
Bandhakaranja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gobiri | East | 1.10 km |
| Satabisi | West | 1.63 km |
| Karkona | North | 1.66 km |
| Papikona | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Palama | West | 2.11 km |
| Podibhata | North | 2.28 km |
| Chaluniguda | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Gamiguda | West | 2.67 km |
| Mandibhatta | South | 2.70 km |
| Musudi | North-West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandhakaranja
Bandhakaranja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bissamcuttack, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Bandhakaranja is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bandhakaranja is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhakaranja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhakaranja 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 Bandhakaranja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhakaranja 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 Bandhakaranja
Where is Bandhakaranja located?
Bandhakaranja village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhakaranja?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhakaranja is Polama.
What is the pincode of Bandhakaranja?
The pincode of Bandhakaranja is 765016.
What is the population of Bandhakaranja?
Bandhakaranja has a total population of 184, including 84 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Bandhakaranja?
There are 46 households in Bandhakaranja.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhakaranja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhakaranja is 15.76%. Male literacy is 21.43% and female literacy is 11.00%.