Mandrian - Maira Mandrian, Jammu
Mandrian is a village situated in the Maira Mandrian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Akhnoor and around 40 km from Jammu. Maira Maindrain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandrian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandrian is 005467. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.5 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mandrian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandrian
According to the 2011 Census, Mandrian village had a total population of 864 people, including 424 males and 440 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 85.99% and female literacy at 72.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 864 | 424 | 440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 313 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 111 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Mandrian
Mandrian 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 Mandrian
Mandrian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Akhnoor to Mandrian is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Mandrian is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandrian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandrian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandrian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandrian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandrian
Where is Mandrian located?
Mandrian village is located in Maira Mandrian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandrian?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandrian is Maira Maindrain.
What is the pincode of Mandrian?
The pincode of Mandrian is 181201.
What is the population of Mandrian?
Mandrian had a total population of 864, including 424 males and 440 females.
How many households are there in Mandrian?
Mandrian had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandrian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandrian was 78.74%. Male literacy was 85.99% and female literacy was 72.11%.