Bandur - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Bandur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 31.5 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandur is 316692. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.71 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandur
As per Census 2011, Bandur village has a total population of 794 people, consisting of 412 males and 382 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 586 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 794 | 412 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 64 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 304 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 108 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Bandur
Bandur 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 Bandur
Bandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Bandur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Bandur is about 31.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandur 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 Bandur
Where is Bandur located?
Bandur village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandur is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Bandur?
The pincode of Bandur is 731213.
What is the population of Bandur?
Bandur has a total population of 794, including 412 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Bandur?
There are 188 households in Bandur.
What is the literacy rate in Bandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandur is 73.80%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 73.82%.