Maridhar - Pangna, Mandi
Maridhar is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 99 km from Mandi. Sorta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maridhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maridhar is 015931. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Maridhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maridhar
As per Census 2011, Maridhar village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 202 males and 208 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maridhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 202 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 199 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 131 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 71 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Maridhar
Maridhar 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 Maridhar
Public transport in the Maridhar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mandi to Maridhar is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maridhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maridhar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Maridhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maridhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Maridhar
Where is Maridhar located?
Maridhar village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maridhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Maridhar is Sorta.
What is the pincode of Maridhar?
The pincode of Maridhar is 175046.
What is the population of Maridhar?
Maridhar has a total population of 410, including 202 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Maridhar?
There are 81 households in Maridhar.
What is the literacy rate in Maridhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maridhar is 52.93%. Male literacy is 64.85% and female literacy is 41.35%.