Mandraud - Kurud, Dhamtari
Mandraud is a village situated in the Kurud tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurud and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Mandraud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandraud is 446886. The village covers a total geographical area of 864.93 hectares and falls under the 493663 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mandraud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandraud
As per Census 2011, Mandraud village has a total population of 3,123 people, consisting of 1,574 males and 1,549 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,960 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandraud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,123 | 1,574 | 1,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 205 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 171 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 1,089 | 871 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 485 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Mandraud
Mandraud is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parswani | West | 2.28 km |
| Seldeep | South | 2.44 km |
| Giroud | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Sidhaurikalan | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Kamraude | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Megha | East | 3.27 km |
| Kareli Chhoti | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Aroud | East | 3.94 km |
| Umarda | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Bangar | West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandraud
Mandraud is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurud, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurud to Mandraud is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Mandraud 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 Mandraud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandraud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandraud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandraud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandraud
Where is Mandraud located?
Mandraud village is located in Kurud Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandraud?
Mandraud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandraud?
The pincode of Mandraud is 493663.
What is the population of Mandraud?
Mandraud has a total population of 3,123, including 1,574 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Mandraud?
There are 626 households in Mandraud.
What is the literacy rate in Mandraud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandraud is 62.76%. Male literacy is 69.19% and female literacy is 56.23%.