Manjher - Namhol, Bilaspur
Manjher is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Deoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjher is 019927. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.41 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Manjher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjher
According to the 2011 Census, Manjher village had a total population of 218 people, including 115 males and 103 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.97%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 74.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 85 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Manjher
Manjher 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 Manjher
Manjher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Manjher is about 26 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 Manjher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjher 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 Manjher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manjher
Where is Manjher located?
Manjher village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manjher?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjher is Deoth.
What is the pincode of Manjher?
The pincode of Manjher is 174001.
What is the population of Manjher?
Manjher had a total population of 218, including 115 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Manjher?
Manjher had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjher was 78.97%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 74.19%.