Manchod - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Manchod is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Santrampur and around 5 km from Godhra. Manchod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manchod is 518082. The village covers a total geographical area of 726.63 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Godhra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Manchod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morva hadaf Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manchod
As per Census 2011, Manchod village has a total population of 2,312 people, consisting of 1,182 males and 1,130 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,397 literate and 915 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,000 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manchod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,312 | 1,182 | 1,130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 173 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 81 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,000 | 1,036 | 964 |
| Literate Population | 1,397 | 826 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 356 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Manchod
Manchod 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 Manchod
Public transport in the Manchod is mainly available through shared van 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 Godhra to Manchod is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manchod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manchod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Manchod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manchod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manchod
Where is Manchod located?
Manchod village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manchod?
Manchod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manchod?
The pincode of Manchod is 389230.
What is the population of Manchod?
Manchod has a total population of 2,312, including 1,182 males and 1,130 females.
How many households are there in Manchod?
There are 429 households in Manchod.
What is the literacy rate in Manchod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manchod is 60.42%. Male literacy is 69.88% and female literacy is 50.53%.