Mandi - Dera Bassi, S.A.S Nagar
Mandi is a village situated in the Dera Bassi tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from Dera Bassi and around 35 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Mandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandi is 039252. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 140501 pincode. Dera Bassi is the nearest town.
Mandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandi
According to the 2011 Census, Mandi village had a total population of 603 people, including 318 males and 285 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.94%, with male literacy at 77.29% and female literacy at 64.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 603 | 318 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 124 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 211 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 107 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Mandi
Mandi 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 Mandi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mandi. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Mandi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mandi
Where is Mandi located?
Mandi village is located in Dera Bassi Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandi?
Mandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandi?
The pincode of Mandi is 140501.
What is the population of Mandi?
Mandi had a total population of 603, including 318 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Mandi?
Mandi had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandi was 70.94%. Male literacy was 77.29% and female literacy was 64.20%.