Bhanda Kansara
| Bhanda Bhanda | |
|---|---|
| village | |
  Bhanda Location in Orissa, India | |
| Coordinates: 21°56′18″N 85°42′2″E / 21.93833°N 85.70056°ECoordinates: 21°56′18″N 85°42′2″E / 21.93833°N 85.70056°E | |
| Country |
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| State | Odisha |
| District | Kendujhar |
| Population | |
| • Total | 4,000 |
| • Density | 450/km2 (1,200/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 758044 |
| Vehicle registration | OR- |
| Nearest city | Keonjhar, Karanjia, Joda, Barbil, Raurkela, Kolkota |
| Sex ratio | 980 ♂/♀ |
| Literacy | 66% |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Keonjhar |
| Climate | moderate (Köppen) |
Bhanda Kansara is a village in the Indian state of Odisha, with a population of more than 4,000 people located in the Kendujhar district.
Geography
The village (between 21o1'N and 22o10'N latitude and 85o11'E to 86o22'E longitude [1]), Bhanda Kansara is midway between the towns of Turumunga and Champua. The River Baitarani is 4 km from Bhanda Kansara, and the village is surrounded by one stream of the river called Mermenda.
Demography
As the name of the village indicates, Bhanda Kansara was historically being populated by Kansari Caste. The Upendra Maharana of Kansari Community was the chief architect of the village who was also the Secretary of the then called 18th Mauza of the erstwhile British Administrative Division. He played the greatest role in establishing the Village into what it is today. As per need of the village he invited all the service castes into this village. As a result of which today one can find all most all caste as required for a village life. Hence all caste has been gradually accommodated and found place in the Jajmani system of a Village life. The true spirit of Jajmani system is being reflected in this village as there is a Dehuri who perform the Puja of village deity called Chandia Baba the asthan of which is located in the Kansara Village. As per village tradition whether it is a marriage or celebration of any festive occasion, all seeks blessing of the Chandia Baba. Likewise Dehuri other caste such as Barber (Barika), Blacksmith (Kamara), Goldsmith (Sunari), Belmetalsmith/Brazier (Kansari), Priest (Brahmana), Washer-man (Dhoba), Milkman (Gauda), Scavenger (Ghasi) etc. find the place amid this village life. Besides, there are sizable number of tribal community such as Saunti, Kolha and Magdha tribe and the Kudumi caste mainly the agrarian community. Besides, the Village had some important functional services like Dakua i.e. the man who was assigned with calling people and disseminate the important information to the people, the Pradhan, i.e. who played the role of tax collector of the village. All of the above it was the Secretary who was the helm of the village affairs and was deciding almost all matter for the smooth functioning of village life. With introduction of modern local rural self govt the post of Secretary, Pradhan, Dakua etc has been abolished and replaced with Panchayti System with ward member and sarpanch. The Bharat Chandra Mahanta was one of the initial members of the system. Gradually the Village has been developed into two separate Revenue Village namely Bhanda and Kansara the two pivot of Bhanda Grama Panchayat.
Arts and Culture
The centre of attraction in the village is the Jhumar Mandap (mandap is a type of pavilion), where folk artists from across Orissa and Jharkhand perform.
Bhanda Kansara has traditionally been known as a centre for metal work, primarily the manufacturing of bells and household utensils. Traditional craftsman also create artistic metal items such as idols of gods, goddesses, and animals, as well as bangles etc.
The famous Kichekeswari Temple is 12 km from Bhanda Kansara, in the village of Khiching. . Bhanda village is big village in this area.in bhanda one Medical, one bank, RI office also available
Education
Bhanda has 4 school .K.B high school Bhanda, K.B Girls High School Bhanda, Bhanda M.E School, Bhanda U.P School(Located in Bhanda Talsahi)
Economy
In the past, Bhanda Kansara supplied high quality metal work for the local market as well as export to tata, bhubneswar, cuttack, and balasore. A dwindling supply of raw materials such as copper, tin, brass, and coal as fuel, has led many craftsmen to abandon their traditional occupation. A few bell metal shops remain in the village, but the traditional craft is nearly extinct.