Manjhar - Sherghati, Gaya
Manjhar is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Dhab Chiraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjhar is 256345. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Manjhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manjhar
According to the 2011 Census, Manjhar village had a total population of 845 people, including 439 males and 406 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 78.67% and female literacy at 62.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 845 | 439 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 78 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 284 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 155 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Manjhar
Manjhar 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 Manjhar
Public transport in the Manjhar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sherghati to Manjhar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Manjhar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manjhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manjhar
Where is Manjhar located?
Manjhar village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjhar is Dhab Chiraiya.
What is the pincode of Manjhar?
The pincode of Manjhar is 824211.
What is the population of Manjhar?
Manjhar had a total population of 845, including 439 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Manjhar?
Manjhar had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhar was 71.26%. Male literacy was 78.67% and female literacy was 62.74%.