Mandai Village - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Mandai is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Mandai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandai is 086601. The village covers a total geographical area of 6123.94 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Mandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandai
As per Census 2011, Mandai village has a total population of 1,934 people, consisting of 1,026 males and 908 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 945 illiterate residents. Additionally, 883 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,934 | 1,026 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 190 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 883 | 476 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 641 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 385 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Mandai
Mandai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rawri Chak | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Sanjeet | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Kalijal | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Chak Harwa | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Deoka | East | 5.87 km |
| Sangram Ki Dhani | North-West | 6.69 km |
| Harwa | South-East | 6.88 km |
| Neemba | South-West | 6.94 km |
| Mati Ka Gol | North-East | 7.15 km |
| Bhiyasar | North | 8.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandai
Mandai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Mandai is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mandai
Where is Mandai located?
Mandai village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandai?
Mandai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandai?
The pincode of Mandai is 345027.
What is the population of Mandai?
Mandai has a total population of 1,934, including 1,026 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Mandai?
There are 351 households in Mandai.
What is the literacy rate in Mandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandai is 51.14%. Male literacy is 62.48% and female literacy is 38.33%.