Bandu

Bandu is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Bandu village is also a gram panchayat.

Bandu has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bandu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandu is 040562. The village spans a total geographical area of 34.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249152. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Bandu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bandu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bandu

Below is a concise population overview of Bandu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 192 98 94
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 7 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 1 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 158 91 67
Illiterate Population 34 7 27

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bandu village:

  • The total population of Bandu village is around 192, including approximately 98 males and 94 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Bandu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bandu village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bandu village is about 82.29%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 71.28%.
  • There are around 42 households in Bandu village.

Connectivity of Bandu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bandu. As per the 2011 stats, Bandu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bandu

Knowing the nearby villages of Bandu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bandu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bandu

Where is Bandu located?
Bandu village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandu?
Bandu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bandu?
The pincode of Bandu is 249152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bandu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandu is 192, with 98 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Bandu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bandu village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandu is 82.29%. The male literacy rate is 92.86%, while the female literacy rate is 71.28%.