Manja
Manja is a village located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Manja village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Manja unique in its vibrant Lakhanpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Manja’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 Manja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manja is 433081. The village spans a total geographical area of 948.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Lakhanpur is nearest town to Manja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Manja
Population of Manja
According to the 2011 Census, Manja has a total population of about 1,420, with approximately 714 males and 706 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 255 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 967. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.21%, with male literacy at about 41.60% and female literacy near 28.75%. There are around 313 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Manja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,420 | 714 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 967 | 496 | 471 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 297 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 417 | 503 |
Connectivity of Manja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manja. As per the 2011 stats, Manja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manja
Knowing the nearby villages of Manja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manja
- Where is Manja located?
- Manja village is situated in Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manja?
- Manja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Manja?
- The pincode of Manja is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Manja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manja is 1,420, with 714 males and 706 females.
- How many households are there in Manja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manja village has a total of 313 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manja is 35.21%. The male literacy rate is 41.60%, while the female literacy rate is 28.75%.