Mangal Dei - Nowshera, Rajouri
Mangal Dei is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Nowshera and around 65 km from Rajouri. M. Devi-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangal Dei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangal Dei is 001586. The village covers a total geographical area of 959.1 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mangal Dei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mangal Dei
As per Census 2011, Mangal Dei village has a total population of 2,277 people, consisting of 1,198 males and 1,079 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,570 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 546 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 303 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangal Dei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,277 | 1,198 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 171 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 288 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 169 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,570 | 888 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 310 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Mangal Dei
Mangal Dei 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 Mangal Dei
Mangal Dei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nowshera to Mangal Dei is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Mangal Dei is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangal Dei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangal Dei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mangal Dei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangal Dei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangal Dei
Where is Mangal Dei located?
Mangal Dei village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangal Dei?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangal Dei is M. Devi-a.
What is the pincode of Mangal Dei?
The pincode of Mangal Dei is 185151.
What is the population of Mangal Dei?
Mangal Dei has a total population of 2,277, including 1,198 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Mangal Dei?
There are 477 households in Mangal Dei.
What is the literacy rate in Mangal Dei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangal Dei is 68.95%. Male literacy is 74.12% and female literacy is 63.21%.