Bandha - Sedwa, Barmer
Bandha is a village situated in the Sedwa tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 90 km from Chohtan and around 140 km from Barmer. Bandha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandha is 089012. The village covers a total geographical area of 1711 hectares and falls under the 344706 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Bandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chohtan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandha
As per Census 2011, Bandha village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 679 males and 606 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 338 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 679 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 129 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 106 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 187 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 329 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 350 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Bandha
Bandha 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 Bandha
Bandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barmer to Bandha is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandha 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 Bandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandha 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 Bandha
Where is Bandha located?
Bandha village is located in Sedwa Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandha?
Bandha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandha?
The pincode of Bandha is 344706.
What is the population of Bandha?
Bandha has a total population of 1,285, including 679 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Bandha?
There are 243 households in Bandha.
What is the literacy rate in Bandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandha is 39.92%. Male literacy is 48.45% and female literacy is 30.36%.