Mundhar - Kashtigarh, Doda
Mundhar is a village situated in the Kashtigarh tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Doda and around 28 km from Doda. Mund Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundhar is 004115. The village covers a total geographical area of 1352.9 hectares and falls under the 182147 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mundhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundhar
As per Census 2011, Mundhar village has a total population of 6,279 people, consisting of 3,214 males and 3,065 females. The village has 1,207 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,173 literate and 3,106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 921 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,279 | 3,214 | 3,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,280 | 651 | 629 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 451 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,173 | 2,021 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,106 | 1,193 | 1,913 |
Nearby Villages of Mundhar
Mundhar 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 Mundhar
Mundhar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Mundhar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundhar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundhar 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 Mundhar
Where is Mundhar located?
Mundhar village is located in Kashtigarh Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundhar is Mund Dhar.
What is the pincode of Mundhar?
The pincode of Mundhar is 182147.
What is the population of Mundhar?
Mundhar has a total population of 6,279, including 3,214 males and 3,065 females.
How many households are there in Mundhar?
There are 1,207 households in Mundhar.
What is the literacy rate in Mundhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundhar is 50.53%. Male literacy is 62.88% and female literacy is 37.59%.