Mandog - Taklech, Shimla
Mandog is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 135 km from Shimla. Narain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandog is 023654. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.57 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Mandog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandog
As per Census 2011, Mandog village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 234 males and 233 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 234 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 186 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 48 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Mandog
Mandog 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 Mandog
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mandog.
| 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 Shimla to Mandog is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandog 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandog 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 Mandog
Where is Mandog located?
Mandog village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandog?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandog is Narain.
What is the pincode of Mandog?
The pincode of Mandog is 172022.
What is the population of Mandog?
Mandog has a total population of 467, including 234 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Mandog?
There are 100 households in Mandog.
What is the literacy rate in Mandog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandog is 71.52%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 63.52%.