Manka (Juna-Nava) - Harij, Patan
Manka (Juna-Nava) is a village situated in the Harij taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harij and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Junamaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manka (Juna-Nava) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manka (Juna-Nava) is 508944. The village covers a total geographical area of 1843.46 hectares and falls under the 384240 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Manka (Juna-Nava) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manka (Juna-Nava)
According to the 2011 Census, Manka (Juna-Nava) village had a total population of 4,859 people, including 2,458 males and 2,401 females, living in 905 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.86%, with male literacy at 78.72% and female literacy at 48.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379.
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 | 4,859 | 2,458 | 2,401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 733 | 372 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 175 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,635 | 1,642 | 993 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,224 | 816 | 1,408 |
Nearby Villages of Manka (Juna-Nava)
Manka (Juna-Nava) 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 Manka (Juna-Nava)
Manka (Juna-Nava) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Harij to Manka (Juna-Nava) is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Manka (Juna-Nava) is about 33 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 Manka (Juna-Nava)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manka (Juna-Nava) 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 Manka (Juna-Nava)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manka (Juna-Nava) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manka (Juna-Nava)
Where is Manka (Juna-Nava) located?
Manka (Juna-Nava) village is located in Harij Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manka (Juna-Nava)?
The Gram Panchayat of Manka (Juna-Nava) is Junamaka.
What is the pincode of Manka (Juna-Nava)?
The pincode of Manka (Juna-Nava) is 384240.
What is the population of Manka (Juna-Nava)?
Manka (Juna-Nava) had a total population of 4,859, including 2,458 males and 2,401 females.
How many households are there in Manka (Juna-Nava)?
Manka (Juna-Nava) had 905 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manka (Juna-Nava)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manka (Juna-Nava) was 63.86%. Male literacy was 78.72% and female literacy was 48.68%.