Agardih Mandhania - Manika, Latehar
Agardih Mandhania is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Janho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Agardih Mandhania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agardih Mandhania is 366879. The village covers a total geographical area of 195 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode.
Agardih Mandhania 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 Agardih Mandhania
As per Census 2011, Agardih Mandhania village has a total population of 675 people, consisting of 322 males and 353 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 504 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agardih Mandhania are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 675 | 322 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 234 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 219 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 103 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Agardih Mandhania
Agardih Mandhania 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakoria | West | 2.21 km |
| Charwadih | South | 2.31 km |
| Sadhwadih | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Patna | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Jamho | East | 3.10 km |
| Ekta | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Serandag | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Namudag | South | 3.81 km |
| Manikdih | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Kamaru | South-West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agardih Mandhania
Agardih Mandhania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hehegara Halt (e), while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 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 Agardih Mandhania is about 35 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 Agardih Mandhania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agardih Mandhania 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Agardih Mandhania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agardih Mandhania village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Agardih Mandhania
Where is Agardih Mandhania located?
Agardih Mandhania village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agardih Mandhania?
The Gram Panchayat of Agardih Mandhania is Janho.
What is the pincode of Agardih Mandhania?
The pincode of Agardih Mandhania is 822126.
What is the population of Agardih Mandhania?
Agardih Mandhania has a total population of 675, including 322 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Agardih Mandhania?
There are 135 households in Agardih Mandhania.
What is the literacy rate in Agardih Mandhania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agardih Mandhania is 50.81%. Male literacy is 68.01% and female literacy is 35.13%.