Mandasan - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Mandasan is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Mandasan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandasan is 514150. The village covers a total geographical area of 2149.96 hectares and falls under the 360480 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mandasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandasan
As per Census 2011, Mandasan village has a total population of 2,712 people, consisting of 1,411 males and 1,301 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,836 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandasan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,712 | 1,411 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 217 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 38 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,836 | 1,013 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 398 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Mandasan
Mandasan 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 Mandasan
Mandasan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mandasan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Mandasan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Mandasan is about 71 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 Mandasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandasan
Where is Mandasan located?
Mandasan village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandasan?
Mandasan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandasan?
The pincode of Mandasan is 360480.
What is the population of Mandasan?
Mandasan has a total population of 2,712, including 1,411 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Mandasan?
There are 521 households in Mandasan.
What is the literacy rate in Mandasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandasan is 67.70%. Male literacy is 71.79% and female literacy is 63.26%.