Bandega - Balisankara, Sundargarh
Bandega is a village situated in the Balisankara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Talasara and around 70 km from Sundargarh. Bandega village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandega is 383980. The village covers a total geographical area of 1469 hectares and falls under the 770014 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Bandega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandega
As per Census 2011, Bandega village has a total population of 3,204 people, consisting of 1,577 males and 1,627 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,637 literate and 1,567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandega are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,204 | 1,577 | 1,627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 262 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 183 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,439 | 691 | 748 |
| Literate Population | 1,637 | 883 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,567 | 694 | 873 |
Nearby Villages of Bandega
Bandega 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantabahal | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Phalsa | East | 3.08 km |
| Dumardih | North | 3.77 km |
| Kasdega | East | 3.81 km |
| Ghumra | South | 3.95 km |
| Murkia | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Lulkidihi | West | 4.22 km |
| Gatadih | North | 4.48 km |
| Tilia | South | 4.53 km |
| Litimara | North-East | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandega
Public transport in the Bandega is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Bandega is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bandega is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandega village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandega 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bandega
Where is Bandega located?
Bandega village is located in Balisankara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandega?
Bandega is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandega?
The pincode of Bandega is 770014.
What is the population of Bandega?
Bandega has a total population of 3,204, including 1,577 males and 1,627 females.
How many households are there in Bandega?
There are 820 households in Bandega.
What is the literacy rate in Bandega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandega is 51.09%. Male literacy is 55.99% and female literacy is 46.34%.