Mandar - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Mandar is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 102 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Mandar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandar is 042934. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.8 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Mandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandar
As per Census 2011, Mandar village has a total population of 2,100 people, consisting of 953 males and 1,147 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 1,203 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 1,033 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 953 | 1,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 189 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 553 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 400 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Mandar
Mandar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gholdiyani | West | 2.40 km |
| Syuri | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Patur Gaon | North | 3.27 km |
| Manjaf | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Moltha | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Bal Ganga Range | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Kundi Banasu | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Nauli | East | 3.62 km |
| Sunaildi | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Khitta | North | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandar
Mandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Mandar is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Mandar is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandar
Where is Mandar located?
Mandar village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandar?
Mandar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandar?
The pincode of Mandar is 249155.
What is the population of Mandar?
Mandar has a total population of 2,100, including 953 males and 1,147 females.
How many households are there in Mandar?
There are 411 households in Mandar.
What is the literacy rate in Mandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandar is 50.81%. Male literacy is 58.03% and female literacy is 44.81%.