Manjhipal - Darbha, Bastar
Manjhipal is a village situated in the Darbha tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darbha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Kotamsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjhipal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjhipal is 449614. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.21 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Manjhipal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjhipal
According to the 2011 Census, Manjhipal village had a total population of 139 people, including 74 males and 65 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.73%, with male literacy at 32.79% and female literacy at 22.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 63 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 54 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Manjhipal
Manjhipal 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 Manjhipal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Manjhipal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Jagdalpur to Manjhipal is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjhipal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjhipal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Manjhipal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjhipal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manjhipal
Where is Manjhipal located?
Manjhipal village is located in Darbha Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manjhipal?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjhipal is Kotamsar.
What is the pincode of Manjhipal?
The pincode of Manjhipal is 494115.
What is the population of Manjhipal?
Manjhipal had a total population of 139, including 74 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Manjhipal?
Manjhipal had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhipal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhipal was 27.73%. Male literacy was 32.79% and female literacy was 22.41%.