Mandla - Harsud, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Mandla is a village situated in the Harsud tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harsud and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Mandla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandla is 505530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.47 hectares and falls under the 450991 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandla
According to the 2011 Census, Mandla village had a total population of 2,203 people, including 1,200 males and 1,003 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.58%, with male literacy at 73.88% and female literacy at 48.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 2,203 | 1,200 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 170 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 165 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 135 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 761 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 439 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Mandla
Mandla 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 Mandla
Mandla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mandla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Mandla is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Mandla is about 40 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 Mandla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandla 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mandla
Where is Mandla located?
Mandla village is located in Harsud Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandla?
Mandla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandla?
The pincode of Mandla is 450991.
What is the population of Mandla?
Mandla had a total population of 2,203, including 1,200 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Mandla?
Mandla had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandla was 62.58%. Male literacy was 73.88% and female literacy was 48.82%.