Mandhala - Baddi, Solan
Mandhala is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Mandhala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandhala is 021222. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.41 hectares and falls under the 174103 pincode. Baddi is the nearest town.
Mandhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandhala
As per Census 2011, Mandhala village has a total population of 1,536 people, consisting of 809 males and 727 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,536 | 809 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 599 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 210 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Mandhala
Mandhala 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 Mandhala
Mandhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Solan to Mandhala is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandhala 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 Mandhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandhala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandhala
Where is Mandhala located?
Mandhala village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandhala?
Mandhala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandhala?
The pincode of Mandhala is 174103.
What is the population of Mandhala?
Mandhala has a total population of 1,536, including 809 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Mandhala?
There are 252 households in Mandhala.
What is the literacy rate in Mandhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandhala is 68.16%. Male literacy is 74.04% and female literacy is 61.62%.