Mandrera - Chadiyar, Kangra
Mandrera is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Dharmsala. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandrera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandrera is 011995. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.08 hectares and falls under the 176088 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Mandrera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandrera
According to the 2011 Census, Mandrera village had a total population of 192 people, including 87 males and 105 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.24%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 81.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 192 | 87 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Mandrera
Mandrera 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 Mandrera
Mandrera 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 | 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 Dharmsala to Mandrera is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandrera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandrera 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mandrera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandrera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mandrera
Where is Mandrera located?
Mandrera village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mandrera?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandrera is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Mandrera?
The pincode of Mandrera is 176088.
What is the population of Mandrera?
Mandrera had a total population of 192, including 87 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Mandrera?
Mandrera had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandrera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandrera was 88.24%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 81.25%.