Mortan - Sarkaghat, Mandi
Mortan is a village situated in the Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sadhot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mortan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mortan is 013863. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.41 hectares and falls under the 175037 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Mortan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mortan
As per Census 2011, Mortan village has a total population of 150 people, consisting of 77 males and 73 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mortan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Mortan
Mortan 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 Mortan
Mortan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Mortan 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 Mortan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mortan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mortan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mortan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mortan
Where is Mortan located?
Mortan village is located in Sarkaghat Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mortan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mortan is Sadhot.
What is the pincode of Mortan?
The pincode of Mortan is 175037.
What is the population of Mortan?
Mortan has a total population of 150, including 77 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Mortan?
There are 34 households in Mortan.
What is the literacy rate in Mortan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mortan is 84.00%. Male literacy is 89.61% and female literacy is 78.08%.