Mandla - Sojat, Pali
Mandla is a village situated in the Sojat tehsil of Pali district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sojat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pali. Mandla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandla is 090680. The village covers a total geographical area of 1627 hectares and falls under the 306104 pincode. Sojat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mandla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandla
As per Census 2011, Mandla village has a total population of 2,134 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 1,053 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 585 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,134 | 1,081 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 158 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 585 | 327 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 656 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 425 | 700 |
Nearby Villages of Mandla
Mandla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhandheri | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Basna | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Sardarpura | South | 4.02 km |
| Ramasanibala | West | 4.33 km |
| Roondiya | North | 5.26 km |
| Nathal Kundi | East | 5.81 km |
| Khokhara | South-East | 5.86 km |
| Boyal | North-East | 6.50 km |
| Khariya Neev | North-West | 6.78 km |
| Chamdiyak | West | 7.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandla
Mandla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagri Nagar, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sojat to Mandla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pali to Mandla is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandla 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 Mandla
Where is Mandla located?
Mandla village is located in Sojat Tehsil, Pali district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandla?
Mandla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandla?
The pincode of Mandla is 306104.
What is the population of Mandla?
Mandla has a total population of 2,134, including 1,081 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Mandla?
There are 480 households in Mandla.
What is the literacy rate in Mandla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandla is 47.28%. Male literacy is 60.68% and female literacy is 33.52%.