Mandav Khadak - Chikhli, Navsari
Mandav Khadak is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Mandav Khadak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandav Khadak is 523101. The village covers a total geographical area of 1252.01 hectares and falls under the 396060 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mandav Khadak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandav Khadak
As per Census 2011, Mandav Khadak village has a total population of 5,658 people, consisting of 2,854 males and 2,804 females. The village has 1,186 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 543 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,842 literate and 1,816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,590 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandav Khadak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,658 | 2,854 | 2,804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 278 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,590 | 2,822 | 2,768 |
| Literate Population | 3,842 | 2,112 | 1,730 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,816 | 742 | 1,074 |
Nearby Villages of Mandav Khadak
Mandav Khadak 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 Mandav Khadak
Mandav Khadak 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 Chikhli to Mandav Khadak is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Mandav Khadak 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 Mandav Khadak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandav Khadak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandav Khadak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandav Khadak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandav Khadak
Where is Mandav Khadak located?
Mandav Khadak village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandav Khadak?
Mandav Khadak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandav Khadak?
The pincode of Mandav Khadak is 396060.
What is the population of Mandav Khadak?
Mandav Khadak has a total population of 5,658, including 2,854 males and 2,804 females.
How many households are there in Mandav Khadak?
There are 1,186 households in Mandav Khadak.
What is the literacy rate in Mandav Khadak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandav Khadak is 67.90%. Male literacy is 74.00% and female literacy is 61.70%.