Mani - Kaprada, Valsad
Mani is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Mani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mani is 523529. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.92 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Mani 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 Mani
According to the 2011 Census, Mani village had a total population of 1,455 people, including 729 males and 726 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.17%, with male literacy at 40.68% and female literacy at 33.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,450.
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 | 1,455 | 729 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 171 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,450 | 727 | 723 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 227 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,051 | 502 | 549 |
Nearby Villages of Mani
Mani 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 Mani
Mani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Mani is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Mani is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mani
Where is Mani located?
Mani village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mani?
Mani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mani?
The pincode of Mani is 396067.
What is the population of Mani?
Mani had a total population of 1,455, including 729 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Mani?
Mani had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mani was 37.17%. Male literacy was 40.68% and female literacy was 33.46%.