Sangalwara - Thunag, Mandi
Sangalwara is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sangalwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangalwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangalwara is 015184. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.09 hectares and falls under the 175047 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Sangalwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangalwara
As per Census 2011, Sangalwara village has a total population of 870 people, consisting of 436 males and 434 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangalwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 870 | 436 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 276 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 345 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 91 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Sangalwara
Sangalwara 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 Sangalwara
Sangalwara 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 Mandi to Sangalwara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangalwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangalwara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangalwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangalwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sangalwara
Where is Sangalwara located?
Sangalwara village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangalwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangalwara is Sangalwada.
What is the pincode of Sangalwara?
The pincode of Sangalwara is 175047.
What is the population of Sangalwara?
Sangalwara has a total population of 870, including 436 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Sangalwara?
There are 202 households in Sangalwara.
What is the literacy rate in Sangalwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangalwara is 69.66%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 60.14%.