Manju - Churah, Chamba
Manju is a village situated in the Churah tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Chamba. Jassour Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manju is 006983. The village covers a total geographical area of 505 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Manju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manju
According to the 2011 Census, Manju village had a total population of 522 people, including 276 males and 246 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.61%, with male literacy at 66.53% and female literacy at 43.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 522 | 276 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 157 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 119 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Manju
Manju 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 Manju
Manju 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Manju is about 56 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 Manju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manju 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manju 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 Manju
Where is Manju located?
Manju village is located in Churah Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manju?
The Gram Panchayat of Manju is Jassour Garh.
What is the pincode of Manju?
The pincode of Manju is 176321.
What is the population of Manju?
Manju had a total population of 522, including 276 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Manju?
Manju had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manju was 55.61%. Male literacy was 66.53% and female literacy was 43.33%.