Manda - Gurua, Gaya
Manda is a village situated in the Gurua subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurua and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Manda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manda is 255624. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 804405 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Manda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manda
As per Census 2011, Manda village has a total population of 3,634 people, consisting of 1,913 males and 1,721 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,773 literate and 1,861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,009 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,634 | 1,913 | 1,721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 340 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,009 | 487 | 522 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,773 | 1,078 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,861 | 835 | 1,026 |
Nearby Villages of Manda
Manda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharthipur | West | 1.01 km |
| Deal Chak | North | 1.28 km |
| Sonbarsa | East | 1.42 km |
| Koiri Bigha | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Nema Bigha | East | 1.88 km |
| Cheni | South | 1.96 km |
| Raksa | West | 2.02 km |
| Salaipura | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Duba | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Kathwara | North-West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manda
Manda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ismailpur, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Manda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Manda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manda 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 Manda
Where is Manda located?
Manda village is located in Gurua Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manda?
Manda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manda?
The pincode of Manda is 804405.
What is the population of Manda?
Manda has a total population of 3,634, including 1,913 males and 1,721 females.
How many households are there in Manda?
There are 578 households in Manda.
What is the literacy rate in Manda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manda is 48.79%. Male literacy is 56.35% and female literacy is 40.38%.