Mandel - Baisi, Purnia
Mandel is a village situated in the Baisi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baisi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Baisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandel is 224011. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Mandel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandel
As per Census 2011, Mandel village has a total population of 2,373 people, consisting of 1,266 males and 1,107 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 735 literate and 1,638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,373 | 1,266 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 247 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 200 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 450 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,638 | 816 | 822 |
Nearby Villages of Mandel
Mandel 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 Mandel
Public transport in the Mandel 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Mandel is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandel 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 Mandel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandel 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 Mandel
Where is Mandel located?
Mandel village is located in Baisi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandel?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandel is Baisi.
What is the pincode of Mandel?
The pincode of Mandel is 854315.
What is the population of Mandel?
Mandel has a total population of 2,373, including 1,266 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Mandel?
There are 462 households in Mandel.
What is the literacy rate in Mandel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandel is 30.97%. Male literacy is 35.55% and female literacy is 25.75%.