Mandava - Wada, Palghar
Mandava is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Vada and around 69 km from Thane. Mandava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandava is 552134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mandava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandava
As per Census 2011, Mandava village has a total population of 942 people, consisting of 481 males and 461 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 745 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 481 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 745 | 376 | 369 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 318 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 163 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Mandava
Mandava 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 Mandava
Mandava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jawhar to Mandava is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Mandava is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandava 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 Mandava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandava
Where is Mandava located?
Mandava village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandava?
Mandava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandava?
The pincode of Mandava is 421303.
What is the population of Mandava?
Mandava has a total population of 942, including 481 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Mandava?
There are 190 households in Mandava.
What is the literacy rate in Mandava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandava is 59.45%. Male literacy is 66.11% and female literacy is 52.49%.