Mand - Bichhiya, Mandla
Mand is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Mand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mand is 493251. The village covers a total geographical area of 907.91 hectares and falls under the 481998 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mand
As per Census 2011, Mand village has a total population of 2,519 people, consisting of 1,257 males and 1,262 females. The village has 720 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,460 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 956 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,519 | 1,257 | 1,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 174 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 956 | 470 | 486 |
| Literate Population | 1,460 | 827 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 430 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Mand
Mand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanskheda | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Khamtipur | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Amjhar | South | 2.41 km |
| Chutti Pondi | West | 2.81 km |
| Kumharra | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Anjaniya | North | 3.12 km |
| Jhigarghat | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Medhatal | East | 3.35 km |
| Bundela | South | 3.80 km |
| Banji | North-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mand
Public transport in the Mand is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Limarua, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Mand is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Mand is about 32 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 Mand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mand
Where is Mand located?
Mand village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mand?
Mand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mand?
The pincode of Mand is 481998.
What is the population of Mand?
Mand has a total population of 2,519, including 1,257 males and 1,262 females.
How many households are there in Mand?
There are 720 households in Mand.
What is the literacy rate in Mand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mand is 57.96%. Male literacy is 65.79% and female literacy is 50.16%.