Manala - Kaprada, Valsad
Manala is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Vaddha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manala is 523562. The village covers a total geographical area of 416.6 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Manala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manala
According to the 2011 Census, Manala village had a total population of 889 people, including 454 males and 435 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.00%, with male literacy at 50.53% and female literacy at 41.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 889.
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 | 889 | 454 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 74 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 889 | 454 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 192 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 262 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Manala
Manala 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 Manala
Public transport in the Manala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Manala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dharampur to Manala is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Manala is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manala
Where is Manala located?
Manala village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manala?
The Gram Panchayat of Manala is Vaddha.
What is the pincode of Manala?
The pincode of Manala is 396067.
What is the population of Manala?
Manala had a total population of 889, including 454 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Manala?
Manala had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manala was 46.00%. Male literacy was 50.53% and female literacy was 41.35%.