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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Manju village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 276 males and 246 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manju are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 522, including 276 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Manju?
There are 100 households in Manju.
What is the literacy rate in Manju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manju is 47.51%. Male literacy is 56.88% and female literacy is 36.99%.