Mandak Pal - Pampore, Pulwama
Mandak Pal is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Mandakpal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Mandak Pal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandak Pal is 002977. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.2 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Khrew is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mandak Pal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandak Pal
According to the 2011 Census, Mandak Pal village had a total population of 1,256 people, including 622 males and 634 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.45%, with male literacy at 69.85% and female literacy at 46.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 1,256 | 622 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 88 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 111 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 373 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 249 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Mandak Pal
Mandak Pal 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 Mandak Pal
Mandak Pal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Khrew to Mandak Pal is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Mandak Pal is about 30 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 Mandak Pal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandak Pal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandak Pal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandak Pal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandak Pal
Where is Mandak Pal located?
Mandak Pal village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mandak Pal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mandak Pal is Mandakpal.
What is the pincode of Mandak Pal?
The pincode of Mandak Pal is 192121.
What is the population of Mandak Pal?
Mandak Pal had a total population of 1,256, including 622 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Mandak Pal?
Mandak Pal had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandak Pal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandak Pal was 58.45%. Male literacy was 69.85% and female literacy was 46.86%.