Bandhkhaman - Rajagangapur, Sundargarh
Bandhkhaman is a village situated in the Rajagangapur tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajagangapur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Budham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandhkhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhkhaman is 384253. The village covers a total geographical area of 849 hectares and falls under the 770017 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bandhkhaman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandhkhaman
As per Census 2011, Bandhkhaman village has a total population of 921 people, consisting of 477 males and 444 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 488 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 892 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandhkhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 | 477 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 87 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 892 | 461 | 431 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 286 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 191 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhkhaman
Bandhkhaman 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 Bandhkhaman
Public transport in the Bandhkhaman is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rajagangapur to Bandhkhaman is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Bandhkhaman is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhkhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhkhaman 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhkhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhkhaman 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 Bandhkhaman
Where is Bandhkhaman located?
Bandhkhaman village is located in Rajagangapur Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandhkhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandhkhaman is Budham.
What is the pincode of Bandhkhaman?
The pincode of Bandhkhaman is 770017.
What is the population of Bandhkhaman?
Bandhkhaman has a total population of 921, including 477 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Bandhkhaman?
There are 192 households in Bandhkhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhkhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhkhaman is 52.99%. Male literacy is 59.96% and female literacy is 45.50%.