Mangar - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Mangar is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Ghansali and around 70 km from New Tehri. Gangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangar is 042904. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.3 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Mangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangar
According to the 2011 Census, Mangar village had a total population of 603 people, including 251 males and 352 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,402 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.09%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 59.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304.
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 | 251 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 41 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 123 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 189 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 62 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Mangar
Mangar 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 Mangar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mangar.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Mangar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mangar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangar 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 Mangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangar 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 Mangar
Where is Mangar located?
Mangar village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangar is Gangar.
What is the pincode of Mangar?
The pincode of Mangar is 249125.
What is the population of Mangar?
Mangar had a total population of 603, including 251 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Mangar?
Mangar had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangar was 72.09%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 59.80%.