Bandiya - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bandiya is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bandiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandiya is 056288. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.99 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bandiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandiya
According to the 2011 Census, Bandiya village had a total population of 839 people, including 433 males and 406 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.58%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 66.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 839 | 433 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 160 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 335 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 98 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Bandiya
Bandiya 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 Bandiya
Bandiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bandiya.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Bandiya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bandiya is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bandiya
Where is Bandiya located?
Bandiya village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bandiya?
Bandiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandiya?
The pincode of Bandiya is 262308.
What is the population of Bandiya?
Bandiya had a total population of 839, including 433 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Bandiya?
Bandiya had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandiya was 78.58%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 66.86%.