Mandar - Hussainabad, Palamu
Mandar is a village situated in the Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hussainabad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Palamu. Poldih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandar is 365087. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 822116 pincode.
Mandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandar
As per Census 2011, Mandar village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 254 males and 221 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 254 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 43 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 163 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 91 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Mandar
Mandar 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 Mandar
Public transport in the Mandar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mandar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Palamu to Mandar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mandar
Where is Mandar located?
Mandar village is located in Hussainabad Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandar is Poldih.
What is the pincode of Mandar?
The pincode of Mandar is 822116.
What is the population of Mandar?
Mandar has a total population of 475, including 254 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Mandar?
There are 72 households in Mandar.
What is the literacy rate in Mandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandar is 55.37%. Male literacy is 64.17% and female literacy is 45.25%.