Manej - Petlad, Anand
Manej is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Manej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manej is 516985. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.43 hectares and falls under the 388150 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Manej village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manej
As per Census 2011, Manej village has a total population of 3,046 people, consisting of 1,608 males and 1,438 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,370 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,046 | 1,608 | 1,438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 183 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 180 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,370 | 1,320 | 1,050 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 288 | 388 |
Nearby Villages of Manej
Manej 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 Manej
Manej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Manej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlad to Manej is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Manej is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manej village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manej
Where is Manej located?
Manej village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manej?
Manej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manej?
The pincode of Manej is 388150.
What is the population of Manej?
Manej has a total population of 3,046, including 1,608 males and 1,438 females.
How many households are there in Manej?
There are 629 households in Manej.
What is the literacy rate in Manej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manej is 77.81%. Male literacy is 82.09% and female literacy is 73.02%.