Bendrichuan - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Bendrichuan is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kanika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bendrichuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bendrichuan is 383589. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 770075 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Bendrichuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bendrichuan
As per Census 2011, Bendrichuan village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 99 males and 88 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bendrichuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bendrichuan
Bendrichuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biswanathpur | West | 1.60 km |
| Kuturajore | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Arjundarh | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Tangardihi | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Khuntijharia | East | 4.42 km |
| Dalak | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Dulinga | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Majhapada | North-East | 4.81 km |
| Kamalaga | West | 5.49 km |
| Bandhbahal | South-East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bendrichuan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bendrichuan. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Bendrichuan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bendrichuan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bendrichuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bendrichuan 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 Bendrichuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bendrichuan 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 Bendrichuan
Where is Bendrichuan located?
Bendrichuan village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bendrichuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bendrichuan is Kanika.
What is the pincode of Bendrichuan?
The pincode of Bendrichuan is 770075.
What is the population of Bendrichuan?
Bendrichuan has a total population of 187, including 99 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Bendrichuan?
There are 46 households in Bendrichuan.
What is the literacy rate in Bendrichuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bendrichuan is 65.78%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 62.50%.