Bandela - Simalwara, Dungarpur
Bandela is a village situated in the Simalwara tehsil of Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simalwara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Dungarpur. Bormata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandela is 098339. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.2 hectares and falls under the 314406 pincode. Sagwara is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Bandela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandela
As per Census 2011, Bandela village has a total population of 1,103 people, consisting of 547 males and 556 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 556 literate and 547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,103 | 547 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 218 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 360 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 187 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Bandela
Bandela 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 Bandela
Public transport in the Bandela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bandela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sagwara to Bandela is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dungarpur to Bandela is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandela 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bandela
Where is Bandela located?
Bandela village is located in Simalwara Tehsil, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandela?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandela is Bormata.
What is the pincode of Bandela?
The pincode of Bandela is 314406.
What is the population of Bandela?
Bandela has a total population of 1,103, including 547 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Bandela?
There are 268 households in Bandela.
What is the literacy rate in Bandela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandela is 50.41%. Male literacy is 65.81% and female literacy is 35.25%.