Mandal - Barwadih, Latehar
Mandal is a village situated in the Barwadih subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwadih and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Morwai Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandal is 366964. The village covers a total geographical area of 1236 hectares and falls under the 822111 pincode. Barwadih is the nearest town.
Mandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandal
As per Census 2011, Mandal village has a total population of 1,043 people, consisting of 524 males and 519 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 541 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,043 | 524 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 113 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 242 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 299 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 225 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Mandal
Mandal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tatha Alias Balbal | North | 3.42 km |
| Arar | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Parro | West | 5.25 km |
| Kutku | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Kurun | North | 5.65 km |
| Bhajna | South-West | 6.21 km |
| Saneya | South | 6.26 km |
| Duthu | North-West | 6.34 km |
| Chemo | South | 6.57 km |
| Panwai | South-East | 6.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandal
Public transport in the Mandal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwadih Jn, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Latehar to Mandal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandal
Where is Mandal located?
Mandal village is located in Barwadih Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandal is Morwai Kala.
What is the pincode of Mandal?
The pincode of Mandal is 822111.
What is the population of Mandal?
Mandal has a total population of 1,043, including 524 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Mandal?
There are 230 households in Mandal.
What is the literacy rate in Mandal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandal is 51.87%. Male literacy is 57.06% and female literacy is 46.63%.