Gonthla - Makridi, Mandi
Gonthla is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Mandi. Kolang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gonthla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gonthla is 013296. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.59 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Gonthla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gonthla
According to the 2011 Census, Gonthla village had a total population of 24 people, including 9 males and 15 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 58.33%.
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 | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Gonthla
Gonthla 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 Gonthla
Gonthla 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 | 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 Mandi to Gonthla is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gonthla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gonthla 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gonthla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gonthla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gonthla
Where is Gonthla located?
Gonthla village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gonthla?
The Gram Panchayat of Gonthla is Kolang.
What is the pincode of Gonthla?
The pincode of Gonthla is 175015.
What is the population of Gonthla?
Gonthla had a total population of 24, including 9 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Gonthla?
Gonthla had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gonthla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gonthla was 66.67%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 58.33%.