Mandva - Bhesan, Junagadh
Mandva is a village situated in the Bhesan taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhesan and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Mandva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandva is 514533. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.15 hectares and falls under the 362030 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 19 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 Visavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandva
As per Census 2011, Mandva village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 488 males and 460 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 694 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 488 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 393 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 95 | 159 |
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
Mandva 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 | 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 Jetpur to Mandva is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Mandva is about 40 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 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 Bhesan Taluka, Junagadh 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 362030.
What is the population of Mandva?
Mandva has a total population of 948, including 488 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Mandva?
There are 190 households in Mandva.
What is the literacy rate in Mandva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandva is 73.21%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 65.43%.