Manjuvas - Rapar, Kachchh
Manjuvas is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Manjuvas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjuvas is 506541. The village covers a total geographical area of 2532.36 hectares and falls under the 370155 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Manjuvas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manjuvas
According to the 2011 Census, Manjuvas village had a total population of 1,285 people, including 671 males and 614 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.90%, with male literacy at 62.77% and female literacy at 42.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 1,285 | 671 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 158 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 322 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 756 | 349 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Manjuvas
Manjuvas 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 Manjuvas
Manjuvas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Manjuvas.
| 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 Rapar to Manjuvas is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Manjuvas is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjuvas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjuvas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manjuvas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjuvas 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 Manjuvas
Where is Manjuvas located?
Manjuvas village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manjuvas?
Manjuvas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manjuvas?
The pincode of Manjuvas is 370155.
What is the population of Manjuvas?
Manjuvas had a total population of 1,285, including 671 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Manjuvas?
Manjuvas had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjuvas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjuvas was 52.90%. Male literacy was 62.77% and female literacy was 42.51%.