Manvilas - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Manvilas is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Manvilas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manvilas is 516429. The village covers a total geographical area of 674.02 hectares and falls under the 364275 pincode. Palitana is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Manvilas 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 Manvilas
According to the 2011 Census, Manvilas village had a total population of 1,232 people, including 599 males and 633 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.23%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 73.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 1,232 | 599 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 471 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 128 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Manvilas
Manvilas 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 Manvilas
Public transport in the Manvilas is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palitana to Manvilas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Manvilas is about 65 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 Manvilas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manvilas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manvilas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manvilas 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 Manvilas
Where is Manvilas located?
Manvilas village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manvilas?
Manvilas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manvilas?
The pincode of Manvilas is 364275.
What is the population of Manvilas?
Manvilas had a total population of 1,232, including 599 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Manvilas?
Manvilas had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manvilas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manvilas was 80.23%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 73.83%.