Manpur - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Manpur is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Manpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manpur is 516417. The village covers a total geographical area of 937.67 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Manpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manpur village had a total population of 1,135 people, including 586 males and 549 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.98%, with male literacy at 82.25% and female literacy at 64.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 1,135 | 586 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 431 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 155 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Manpur
Manpur 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 Manpur
Public transport in the Manpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Manpur.
| 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 Gariadhar to Manpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Manpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manpur
Where is Manpur located?
Manpur village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manpur?
Manpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manpur?
The pincode of Manpur is 364275.
What is the population of Manpur?
Manpur had a total population of 1,135, including 586 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Manpur?
Manpur had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manpur was 73.98%. Male literacy was 82.25% and female literacy was 64.93%.