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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Mandlyal village has a total population of 718 people, consisting of 382 males and 336 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandlyal are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Mandlyal?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 718, including 382 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Mandlyal?
There are 168 households in Mandlyal.
What is the literacy rate in Mandlyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandlyal is 69.64%. Male literacy is 73.04% and female literacy is 65.77%.