Mandehya - Dhami, Shimla
Mandehya is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Okhru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandehya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandehya is 024235. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.39 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Mandehya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandehya
According to the 2011 Census, Mandehya village had a total population of 72 people, including 40 males and 32 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.71%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 83.87%.
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 | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Mandehya
Mandehya 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 Mandehya
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mandehya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shimla to Mandehya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandehya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandehya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandehya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandehya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandehya
Where is Mandehya located?
Mandehya village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandehya?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandehya is Okhru.
What is the pincode of Mandehya?
The pincode of Mandehya is 171103.
What is the population of Mandehya?
Mandehya had a total population of 72, including 40 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Mandehya?
Mandehya had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandehya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandehya was 89.71%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 83.87%.