Manekpur - Una, Gir Somnath
Manekpur is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Una and around 220 km from Junagadh. Manekpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manekpur is 515347. The village covers a total geographical area of 929.81 hectares and falls under the 362550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Manekpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manekpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manekpur village had a total population of 3,397 people, including 1,692 males and 1,705 females, living in 569 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.08%, with male literacy at 53.63% and female literacy at 32.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 3,397 | 1,692 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 570 | 288 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 753 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,179 | 939 | 1,240 |
Nearby Villages of Manekpur
Manekpur 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 Manekpur
Public transport in the Manekpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Manekpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Manekpur is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manekpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manekpur 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 Manekpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manekpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manekpur
Where is Manekpur located?
Manekpur village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manekpur?
Manekpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manekpur?
The pincode of Manekpur is 362550.
What is the population of Manekpur?
Manekpur had a total population of 3,397, including 1,692 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Manekpur?
Manekpur had 569 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manekpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manekpur was 43.08%. Male literacy was 53.63% and female literacy was 32.68%.