Mandrihar - Bhattiyat, Chamba
Mandrihar is a village situated in the Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Turkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandrihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandrihar is 007590. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 176313 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Mandrihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandrihar
According to the 2011 Census, Mandrihar village had a total population of 642 people, including 344 males and 298 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.18%, with male literacy at 84.90% and female literacy at 74.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 421.
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 | 642 | 344 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 226 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 253 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 91 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Mandrihar
Mandrihar 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 Mandrihar
Mandrihar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chamba to Mandrihar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandrihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandrihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandrihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandrihar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandrihar
Where is Mandrihar located?
Mandrihar village is located in Bhattiyat Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandrihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandrihar is Turkara.
What is the pincode of Mandrihar?
The pincode of Mandrihar is 176313.
What is the population of Mandrihar?
Mandrihar had a total population of 642, including 344 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Mandrihar?
Mandrihar had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandrihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandrihar was 80.18%. Male literacy was 84.90% and female literacy was 74.81%.