Bamdera - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Bamdera is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bamdera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamdera is 384068. The village covers a total geographical area of 693 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Bamdera 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 Bamdera
As per Census 2011, Bamdera village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 343 males and 323 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 571 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bamdera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 343 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 571 | 297 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 219 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 124 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Bamdera
Bamdera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pindhapathar | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Ekma | South | 2.75 km |
| Geleibahal | East | 3.12 km |
| Behrainbasu | North | 3.30 km |
| Bansikar | West | 3.45 km |
| Timna | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Aludega | South | 4.68 km |
| Padampur | South | 4.99 km |
| Badulpani | East | 5.35 km |
| Petfod | South-West | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bamdera
Public transport in the Bamdera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garpos, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 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 Bamdera is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamdera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamdera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bamdera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamdera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Bamdera
Where is Bamdera located?
Bamdera village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bamdera?
Bamdera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bamdera?
The pincode of Bamdera is 770016.
What is the population of Bamdera?
Bamdera has a total population of 666, including 343 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Bamdera?
There are 149 households in Bamdera.
What is the literacy rate in Bamdera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamdera is 56.61%. Male literacy is 63.85% and female literacy is 48.92%.