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
According to the 2011 Census, Bandhkhaman village had a total population of 921 people, including 477 males and 444 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.13%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 54.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 892.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 921, including 477 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Bandhkhaman?
Bandhkhaman had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhkhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhkhaman was 64.13%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 54.45%.