Mandi
Mandi is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Mandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Mandi has its own place in the vibrant Punch region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mandi is 001163. The village spans a total geographical area of 55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Mandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Suran kote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mandi
Population of Mandi
Below is a concise population overview of Mandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,045 | 2,620 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 56 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 42 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,896 | 2,542 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 78 | 71 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mandi village:
- The total population of Mandi village is around 3,045, including approximately 2,620 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 162 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Mandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mandi village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 46 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mandi village is about 95.11%, with male literacy at 97.02% and female literacy at 83.29%.
- There are around 855 households in Mandi village.
Connectivity of Mandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mandi. As per the 2011 stats, Mandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Mandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mandi
- Where is Mandi located?
- Mandi village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mandi?
- Mandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mandi?
- The pincode of Mandi is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mandi is 3,045, with 2,620 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Mandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mandi village has a total of 855 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mandi is 95.11%. The male literacy rate is 97.02%, while the female literacy rate is 83.29%.