Mandar - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Mandar is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Kansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandar is 219446. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Mandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandar
According to the 2011 Census, Mandar village had a total population of 384 people, including 211 males and 173 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 820 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.56%, with male literacy at 59.52% and female literacy at 35.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 384 | 211 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 100 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 111 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Mandar
Mandar 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 Mandar
Mandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Belsand to Mandar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Mandar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandar 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 Mandar
Where is Mandar located?
Mandar village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandar is Kansar.
What is the pincode of Mandar?
The pincode of Mandar is 843316.
What is the population of Mandar?
Mandar had a total population of 384, including 211 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Mandar?
Mandar had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandar was 48.56%. Male literacy was 59.52% and female literacy was 35.86%.