Mandhot - Fatehpur, Kangra
Mandhot is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Baroona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandhot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandhot is 008986. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.45 hectares and falls under the 176053 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Mandhot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandhot
According to the 2011 Census, Mandhot village had a total population of 514 people, including 262 males and 252 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.60%, with male literacy at 90.35% and female literacy at 76.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 166.
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 | 514 | 262 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 82 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 206 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 56 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Mandhot
Mandhot 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 Mandhot
Mandhot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Mandhot is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandhot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandhot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandhot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandhot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandhot
Where is Mandhot located?
Mandhot village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandhot?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandhot is Baroona.
What is the pincode of Mandhot?
The pincode of Mandhot is 176053.
What is the population of Mandhot?
Mandhot had a total population of 514, including 262 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Mandhot?
Mandhot had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandhot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandhot was 83.60%. Male literacy was 90.35% and female literacy was 76.50%.