Bawandra
Bawandra is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Bawandra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bawandra unique in its vibrant Sahjanwa-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Bawandra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bawandra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bawandra is 185172. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.37 hectares. Sahjanwa is nearest town to Bawandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Bawandra
Population of Bawandra
According to the 2011 Census, Bawandra has a total population of about 926, with approximately 503 males and 423 females. The sex ratio is around 840 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 299 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.11%, with male literacy at about 77.73% and female literacy near 58.87%. There are around 143 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bawandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 503 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 72 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 164 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 640 | 391 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 112 | 174 |
Connectivity of Bawandra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bawandra. As per the 2011 stats, Bawandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bawandra
Knowing the nearby villages of Bawandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bawandra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bawandra
- Where is Bawandra located?
- Bawandra village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bawandra?
- Bawandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bawandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bawandra is 926, with 503 males and 423 females.
- How many households are there in Bawandra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bawandra village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bawandra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bawandra is 69.11%. The male literacy rate is 77.73%, while the female literacy rate is 58.87%.