Mandlyal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Mandlyal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Devo Chak serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Mandlyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandlyal is 002137. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mandlyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandlyal
According to the 2011 Census, Mandlyal village had a total population of 718 people, including 382 males and 336 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.30%, with male literacy at 87.74% and female literacy at 74.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 718 | 382 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 64 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 279 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 103 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Mandlyal
Mandlyal 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 Mandlyal
Mandlyal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mandlyal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Mandlyal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Mandlyal 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 Mandlyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandlyal 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 Mandlyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandlyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandlyal
Where is Mandlyal located?
Mandlyal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mandlyal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mandlyal is Devo Chak.
What is the pincode of Mandlyal?
The pincode of Mandlyal is 184148.
What is the population of Mandlyal?
Mandlyal had a total population of 718, including 382 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Mandlyal?
Mandlyal had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandlyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandlyal was 81.30%. Male literacy was 87.74% and female literacy was 74.41%.