Mankhera
Mankhera is a village located in Sardulgarh tehsil of Mansa district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sardulgarh (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Mansa. As per 2009 stats, Mankhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mankhera unique in its vibrant Sardulgarh-Mansa region. You’ll see Mankhera’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 Mankhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mankhera is 035953. The village spans a total geographical area of 723 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 151507. Sardulgarh is nearest town to Mankhera village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Mankhera 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 Sardulgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mankhera
Population of Mankhera
According to the 2011 Census, Mankhera has a total population of about 2,149, with approximately 1,138 males and 1,011 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 833 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.58%, with male literacy at about 61.51% and female literacy near 46.79%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mankhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,149 | 1,138 | 1,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 139 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 442 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,173 | 700 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 976 | 438 | 538 |
Connectivity of Mankhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mankhera. As per the 2011 stats, Mankhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mankhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Mankhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mankhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mankhera
- Where is Mankhera located?
- Mankhera village is situated in Sardulgarh Tehsil, within the Mansa district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mankhera?
- Mankhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mankhera?
- The pincode of Mankhera is 151507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mankhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mankhera is 2,149, with 1,138 males and 1,011 females.
- How many households are there in Mankhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mankhera village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mankhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mankhera is 54.58%. The male literacy rate is 61.51%, while the female literacy rate is 46.79%.