Manjhot - Namhol, Bilaspur
Manjhot is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Syahola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjhot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjhot is 019918. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Manjhot 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 Manjhot
According to the 2011 Census, Manjhot village had a total population of 217 people, including 108 males and 109 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.49%, with male literacy at 96.91% and female literacy at 73.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 94 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 14 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Manjhot
Manjhot 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 Manjhot
Manjhot 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Manjhot is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjhot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjhot 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Manjhot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjhot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manjhot
Where is Manjhot located?
Manjhot village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manjhot?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjhot is Syahola.
What is the pincode of Manjhot?
The pincode of Manjhot is 174001.
What is the population of Manjhot?
Manjhot had a total population of 217, including 108 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Manjhot?
Manjhot had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhot was 85.49%. Male literacy was 96.91% and female literacy was 73.96%.