Bhandara
Bhandara is a village located in Bhagawangola Ii subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Nasipur Balagachi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Bhandara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Amdahara is the gram panchayat of Bhandara village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhandara unique in its vibrant Bhagawangola Ii-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Bhandara’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 Bhandara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandara is 314524. The village spans a total geographical area of 338.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742113. Jiaganj is nearest town to Bhandara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Bhandara
Population of Bhandara
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandara has a total population of about 5,747, with approximately 2,936 males and 2,811 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 833 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.32%, with male literacy at about 50.85% and female literacy near 49.77%. There are around 1,351 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhandara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,747 | 2,936 | 2,811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 833 | 444 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,892 | 1,493 | 1,399 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,855 | 1,443 | 1,412 |
Connectivity of Bhandara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandara. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandara 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhandara
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandara
- Where is Bhandara located?
- Bhandara village is situated in Bhagawangola Ii Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhandara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhandara is Amdahara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhandara?
- The pincode of Bhandara is 742113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandara is 5,747, with 2,936 males and 2,811 females.
- How many households are there in Bhandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhandara village has a total of 1,351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhandara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandara is 50.32%. The male literacy rate is 50.85%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.