Mandahar
Mandahar is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 80.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Karanji is the gram panchayat of Mandahar village.
Here you can discover what makes Mandahar unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Mandahar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mandahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mandahar is 310428. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliyaganj is nearest town to Mandahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Mandahar
Population of Mandahar
According to the 2011 Census, Mandahar has a total population of about 813, with approximately 410 males and 403 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 799 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.66%, with male literacy at about 59.02% and female literacy near 44.17%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mandahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 813 | 410 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 44 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 799 | 405 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 242 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 168 | 225 |
Connectivity of Mandahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mandahar. As per the 2011 stats, Mandahar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mandahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Mandahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mandahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mandahar
- Where is Mandahar located?
- Mandahar village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mandahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mandahar is Karanji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mandahar?
- The pincode of Mandahar is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mandahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mandahar is 813, with 410 males and 403 females.
- How many households are there in Mandahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mandahar village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mandahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mandahar is 51.66%. The male literacy rate is 59.02%, while the female literacy rate is 44.17%.