Mandala - Ogad, Banas Kantha
Mandala is a village situated in the Ogad taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from Shihori and around 80 km from Palanpur. Mandala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandala is 508554. The village covers a total geographical area of 1637.98 hectares and falls under the 385560 pincode. Tharad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mandala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandala
As per Census 2011, Mandala village has a total population of 3,369 people, consisting of 1,746 males and 1,623 females. The village has 665 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,750 literate and 1,619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,369 | 1,746 | 1,623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 252 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,750 | 1,058 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,619 | 688 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Mandala
Mandala 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 Mandala
Mandala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tharad to Mandala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Mandala is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandala
Where is Mandala located?
Mandala village is located in Ogad Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandala?
Mandala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandala?
The pincode of Mandala is 385560.
What is the population of Mandala?
Mandala has a total population of 3,369, including 1,746 males and 1,623 females.
How many households are there in Mandala?
There are 665 households in Mandala.
What is the literacy rate in Mandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandala is 51.94%. Male literacy is 60.60% and female literacy is 42.64%.