Bhandapai - Kashipur, Rayagada
Bhandapai is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandapai is 425856. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Bhandapai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandapai
As per Census 2011, Bhandapai village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 95 males and 96 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhandapai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 50 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 45 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandapai
Bhandapai 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 Bhandapai
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Bhandapai.
| 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 Rayagada to Bhandapai is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Bhandapai is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandapai 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 Bhandapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandapai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandapai
Where is Bhandapai located?
Bhandapai village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandapai is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Bhandapai?
The pincode of Bhandapai is 765015.
What is the population of Bhandapai?
Bhandapai has a total population of 191, including 95 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Bhandapai?
There are 50 households in Bhandapai.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandapai is 30.89%. Male literacy is 52.63% and female literacy is 9.38%.