Mandiha - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Mandiha is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Shitthi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandiha is 216431. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Mandiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandiha
As per Census 2011, Mandiha village has a total population of 908 people, consisting of 496 males and 412 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 307 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 496 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 109 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 229 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 32 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 218 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 278 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Mandiha
Mandiha 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 Mandiha
Public transport in the Mandiha 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 Narkatiyaganj to Mandiha is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Mandiha is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandiha
Where is Mandiha located?
Mandiha village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandiha is Shitthi.
What is the pincode of Mandiha?
The pincode of Mandiha is 845455.
What is the population of Mandiha?
Mandiha has a total population of 908, including 496 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Mandiha?
There are 174 households in Mandiha.
What is the literacy rate in Mandiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandiha is 33.81%. Male literacy is 43.95% and female literacy is 21.60%.