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
As per Census 2011, Mani village has a total population of 1,455 people, consisting of 729 males and 726 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 1,051 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,450 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,455 | 729 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 171 | 197 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,455, including 729 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Mani?
There are 235 households in Mani.
What is the literacy rate in Mani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mani is 27.77%. Male literacy is 31.14% and female literacy is 24.38%.