Bamandi - Bundwan, Purulia
Bamandi is a village situated in the Bundwan subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.3 km from Bandwan and around 49.2 km from Purulia. Supudih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bamandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bamandi is 332357. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.52 hectares and falls under the 723129 pincode. Tata is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Bamandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bamandi
According to the 2011 Census, Bamandi village had a total population of 268 people, including 144 males and 124 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.26%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 52.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 268 | 144 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 96 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 48 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Bamandi
Bamandi 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 Bamandi
Bamandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tata to Bamandi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Bamandi is about 49.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bamandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bamandi 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 Bamandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bamandi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bamandi
Where is Bamandi located?
Bamandi village is located in Bundwan Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bamandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bamandi is Supudih.
What is the pincode of Bamandi?
The pincode of Bamandi is 723129.
What is the population of Bamandi?
Bamandi had a total population of 268, including 144 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Bamandi?
Bamandi had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bamandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bamandi was 67.26%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 52.83%.