Mangadh - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Mangadh is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mangadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangadh is 516448. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.24 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mangadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangadh
According to the 2011 Census, Mangadh village had a total population of 1,511 people, including 792 males and 719 females, living in 333 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.16%, with male literacy at 81.13% and female literacy at 60.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 1,511 | 792 | 719 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 576 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 216 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Mangadh
Mangadh 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 Mangadh
Public transport in the Mangadh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gariadhar to Mangadh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mangadh is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mangadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mangadh
Where is Mangadh located?
Mangadh village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mangadh?
Mangadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangadh?
The pincode of Mangadh is 364275.
What is the population of Mangadh?
Mangadh had a total population of 1,511, including 792 males and 719 females.
How many households are there in Mangadh?
Mangadh had 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangadh was 71.16%. Male literacy was 81.13% and female literacy was 60.25%.