Mandu - Dharni, Amravati
Mandu is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ghuti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandu is 531381. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.05 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Mandu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mandu
As per Census 2011, Mandu village has a total population of 1,144 people, consisting of 585 males and 559 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 964 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,144 | 585 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 107 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 964 | 491 | 473 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 400 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 185 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Mandu
Mandu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranitamboli | North | 1.84 km |
| Bobado | West | 1.99 km |
| Ghuti | South | 2.02 km |
| Toli | East | 2.36 km |
| Tembli | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Aki | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Shirpur | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Dharakot | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Titamba | South | 4.25 km |
| Salai | South-West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandu
Mandu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dabka, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Mandu is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Mandu is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandu 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 Mandu
Where is Mandu located?
Mandu village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandu is Ghuti.
What is the pincode of Mandu?
The pincode of Mandu is 444702.
What is the population of Mandu?
Mandu has a total population of 1,144, including 585 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Mandu?
There are 236 households in Mandu.
What is the literacy rate in Mandu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandu is 62.94%. Male literacy is 68.38% and female literacy is 57.25%.