Manaka
Manaka is a village located in Palanpur taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from Palanpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Manaka village. As per 2009 stats, Manaka village is also a gram panchayat.
Manaka has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Manaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manaka is 508205. The village spans a total geographical area of 398.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385001. Palanpur is nearest town to Manaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Manaka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Vadgam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Patan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Manaka
Population of Manaka
Below is a concise population overview of Manaka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 722 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 97 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 163 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 964 | 564 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 158 | 288 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Manaka village:
- The total population of Manaka village is around 1,410, including approximately 722 males and 688 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 175 children aged 0–6 years in Manaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Manaka village has 323 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Manaka village is about 68.37%, with male literacy at 78.12% and female literacy at 58.14%.
- There are around 292 households in Manaka village.
Connectivity of Manaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manaka. As per the 2011 stats, Manaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Manaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manaka
- Where is Manaka located?
- Manaka village is situated in Palanpur Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manaka?
- Manaka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Manaka?
- The pincode of Manaka is 385001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Manaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manaka is 1,410, with 722 males and 688 females.
- How many households are there in Manaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manaka village has a total of 292 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manaka is 68.37%. The male literacy rate is 78.12%, while the female literacy rate is 58.14%.