Bandra

Bandra is a village located in Kanksa subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kanksa. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Bandra village. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Bandra village.

Bandra has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman 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 Bandra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandra is 318843. The village spans a total geographical area of 428.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713219. Durgapur is nearest town to Bandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Bandra 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 Durgapur Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bardhaman - Durgapur 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 Bandra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,240 1,129 1,111
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 126 127
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,179 586 593
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,296 740 556
Illiterate Population 944 389 555

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

  • The total population of Bandra village is around 2,240, including approximately 1,129 males and 1,111 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Bandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bandra village has 1,179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bandra village is about 57.86%, with male literacy at 65.54% and female literacy at 50.05%.
  • There are around 520 households in Bandra village.

Connectivity of Bandra

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

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

Nearby Villages of Bandra

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

Tilakchandrapur Garadaha Ijjatganj Rajkusum Sadhumara Brindabanpur Birudiha Manikara Nutunganj Sokna Mobarakganja

Frequently Asked Questions about Bandra

Where is Bandra located?
Bandra village is situated in Kanksa Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandra is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bandra?
The pincode of Bandra is 713219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandra is 2,240, with 1,129 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Bandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bandra village has a total of 520 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandra is 57.86%. The male literacy rate is 65.54%, while the female literacy rate is 50.05%.