Mantala - Mohanpur, West Tripura
Mantala is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of West Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Agartala. Mantala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mantala is 271846. The village covers a total geographical area of 451 hectares and falls under the 799212 pincode. Agartala is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mantala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mantala
As per Census 2011, Mantala village has a total population of 2,806 people, consisting of 1,416 males and 1,390 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,907 literate and 899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 622 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mantala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,806 | 1,416 | 1,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 188 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 361 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 622 | 308 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 1,907 | 1,052 | 855 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 364 | 535 |
Nearby Villages of Mantala
Mantala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalachhera | South | 1.49 km |
| Baluaban | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Ishanpur | North | 2.76 km |
| Baikunthapur | East | 3.60 km |
| Bijoynagar | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Mohanpur | South | 4.28 km |
| Sankhola | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Surendranagar | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Dakshin Dasgharia | East | 6.11 km |
| Kamukchhera | South-East | 6.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mantala
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mantala. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Khowai Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Agartala to Mantala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mantala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mantala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mantala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mantala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mantala
Where is Mantala located?
Mantala village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, West Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mantala?
Mantala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mantala?
The pincode of Mantala is 799212.
What is the population of Mantala?
Mantala has a total population of 2,806, including 1,416 males and 1,390 females.
How many households are there in Mantala?
There are 639 households in Mantala.
What is the literacy rate in Mantala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mantala is 67.96%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 61.51%.