Mandal - Amalner, Jalgaon
Mandal is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Mandal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandal is 527518. The village covers a total geographical area of 1908 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandal
According to the 2011 Census, Mandal village had a total population of 5,667 people, including 2,955 males and 2,712 females, living in 1,199 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.62%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 68.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,660.
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 | 5,667 | 2,955 | 2,712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 394 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 215 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,660 | 859 | 801 |
| Literate Population | 3,759 | 2,112 | 1,647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,908 | 843 | 1,065 |
Nearby Villages of Mandal
Mandal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchanpur | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Lon Sim | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Tamaswadi | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 4.22 km |
| Javakhede | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Wavade | East | 4.33 km |
| Lon Charam | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Bodarde | North | 5.27 km |
| Dhanur | South-West | 5.79 km |
| Valkheda | North-West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandal
Mandal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padse, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Amalner to Mandal is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Mandal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mandal
Where is Mandal located?
Mandal village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mandal?
Mandal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandal?
The pincode of Mandal is 425401.
What is the population of Mandal?
Mandal had a total population of 5,667, including 2,955 males and 2,712 females.
How many households are there in Mandal?
Mandal had 1,199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandal was 75.62%. Male literacy was 82.47% and female literacy was 68.34%.