Mandir Dushala - Chenani, Udhampur
Mandir Dushala is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Bain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandir Dushala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandir Dushala is 005002. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.4 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Mandir Dushala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandir Dushala
According to the 2011 Census, Mandir Dushala village had a total population of 185 people, including 95 males and 90 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.13%, with male literacy at 56.58% and female literacy at 23.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 185 | 95 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 54 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 43 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 52 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Mandir Dushala
Mandir Dushala 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 Mandir Dushala
Mandir Dushala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chenani to Mandir Dushala is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Mandir Dushala is about 31 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 Mandir Dushala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandir Dushala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandir Dushala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandir Dushala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandir Dushala
Where is Mandir Dushala located?
Mandir Dushala village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandir Dushala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandir Dushala is Bain.
What is the pincode of Mandir Dushala?
The pincode of Mandir Dushala is 182141.
What is the population of Mandir Dushala?
Mandir Dushala had a total population of 185, including 95 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Mandir Dushala?
Mandir Dushala had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandir Dushala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandir Dushala was 40.13%. Male literacy was 56.58% and female literacy was 23.68%.