Mandava
Mandava is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Mandava village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mandava unique in its vibrant Vada-Thane region. You’ll see Mandava’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mandava
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mandava is 552134. The village spans a total geographical area of 1556 hectares. Jawhar is nearest town to Mandava village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mandava village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mandava
Population of Mandava
According to the 2011 Census, Mandava has a total population of about 942, with approximately 481 males and 461 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 745. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.45%, with male literacy at about 66.11% and female literacy near 52.49%. There are around 190 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mandava's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Mandava
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mandava. As per the 2011 stats, Mandava had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mandava
Knowing the nearby villages of Mandava helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mandava.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mandava
- Where is Mandava located?
- Mandava village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mandava?
- Mandava serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Mandava as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mandava is 942, with 481 males and 461 females.
- How many households are there in Mandava as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mandava village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mandava as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mandava is 59.45%. The male literacy rate is 66.11%, while the female literacy rate is 52.49%.