Mandva - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Mandva is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Mandva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandva is 516576. The village covers a total geographical area of 709 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mandva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandva
As per Census 2011, Mandva village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 522 males and 518 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 587 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 522 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 89 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 352 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 170 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Mandva
Mandva 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 Mandva
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mandva.
| 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 Alang to Mandva is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Mandva is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandva
Where is Mandva located?
Mandva village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandva?
Mandva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandva?
The pincode of Mandva is 364120.
What is the population of Mandva?
Mandva has a total population of 1,040, including 522 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Mandva?
There are 158 households in Mandva.
What is the literacy rate in Mandva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandva is 56.44%. Male literacy is 67.43% and female literacy is 45.37%.