Mandela Chhota - Fatehpur, Sikar
Mandela Chhota is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Sikar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sikar. Nayabas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandela Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandela Chhota is 081277. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.67 hectares and falls under the 332301 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mandela Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhunjhunu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandela Chhota
According to the 2011 Census, Mandela Chhota village had a total population of 1,957 people, including 970 males and 987 females, living in 365 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.15%, with male literacy at 85.70% and female literacy at 57.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121.
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 | 1,957 | 970 | 987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 159 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 695 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 783 | 275 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Mandela Chhota
Mandela Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandela Bara | West | 2.08 km |
| Rughnathpura (rural) | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Bheekamsara | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Rinau | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Chuwas | South | 4.07 km |
| Sardarpura | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Naya Bas | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Beer Fatehpur | East | 4.81 km |
| Karanga Chhota | West | 5.63 km |
| Bari | North-West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandela Chhota
Mandela Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fatehpur Shekhawati, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Fatehpur to Mandela Chhota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sikar to Mandela Chhota is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandela Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandela Chhota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandela Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandela Chhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mandela Chhota
Where is Mandela Chhota located?
Mandela Chhota village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Sikar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandela Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandela Chhota is Nayabas.
What is the pincode of Mandela Chhota?
The pincode of Mandela Chhota is 332301.
What is the population of Mandela Chhota?
Mandela Chhota had a total population of 1,957, including 970 males and 987 females.
How many households are there in Mandela Chhota?
Mandela Chhota had 365 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandela Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandela Chhota was 71.15%. Male literacy was 85.70% and female literacy was 57.09%.