Manpur - Mendarda, Junagadh
Manpur is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Manpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manpur is 514694. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.31 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manpur village had a total population of 1,026 people, including 534 males and 492 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.22%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233.
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 | 1,026 | 534 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 118 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 410 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 124 | 170 |
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
Manpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Manpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Manpur is about 34 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manpur
Where is Manpur located?
Manpur village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh 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 362260.
What is the population of Manpur?
Manpur had a total population of 1,026, including 534 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Manpur?
Manpur had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manpur was 77.22%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 70.00%.