Mangu - Tilakwada, Narmada
Mangu is a village situated in the Tilakwada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tilakwada and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Mangu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangu is 521267. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.03 hectares and falls under the 391120 pincode. Dabhoi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mangu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mangu
According to the 2011 Census, Mangu village had a total population of 271 people, including 134 males and 137 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.18%, with male literacy at 96.52% and female literacy at 81.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 271 | 134 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 23 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Mangu
Mangu 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 Mangu
Mangu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dabhoi to Mangu is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Mangu is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mangu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangu
Where is Mangu located?
Mangu village is located in Tilakwada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mangu?
Mangu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangu?
The pincode of Mangu is 391120.
What is the population of Mangu?
Mangu had a total population of 271, including 134 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Mangu?
Mangu had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangu was 89.18%. Male literacy was 96.52% and female literacy was 81.90%.