Mandara - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Mandara is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Mandara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandara is 525127. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.8 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mandara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandara
According to the 2011 Census, Mandara village had a total population of 1,155 people, including 549 males and 606 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 81.95% and female literacy at 67.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,151.
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 | 1,155 | 549 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,151 | 546 | 605 |
| Literate Population | 753 | 386 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 163 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Mandara
Mandara 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 Mandara
Mandara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Talode to Mandara is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Mandara 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 Mandara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandara
Where is Mandara located?
Mandara village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandara?
Mandara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandara?
The pincode of Mandara is 425419.
What is the population of Mandara?
Mandara had a total population of 1,155, including 549 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Mandara?
Mandara had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandara was 74.26%. Male literacy was 81.95% and female literacy was 67.59%.