Manchi - Belsand, Sitamarhi
Manchi is a village situated in the Belsand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belsand and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Bhandari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manchi is 219427. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 843316 pincode. Belsand is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Manchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manchi
As per Census 2011, Manchi village has a total population of 2,306 people, consisting of 1,219 males and 1,087 females. The village has 695 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,465 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manchi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,306 | 1,219 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 158 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 1,465 | 822 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 397 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Manchi
Manchi 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 Manchi
Manchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belsand to Manchi is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Manchi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manchi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manchi
Where is Manchi located?
Manchi village is located in Belsand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Manchi is Bhandari.
What is the pincode of Manchi?
The pincode of Manchi is 843316.
What is the population of Manchi?
Manchi has a total population of 2,306, including 1,219 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Manchi?
There are 695 households in Manchi.
What is the literacy rate in Manchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manchi is 63.53%. Male literacy is 67.43% and female literacy is 59.15%.