Manjhdhar - Dalhousie, Chamba
Manjhdhar is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjhdhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjhdhar is 007352. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.43 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Manjhdhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Manjhdhar
According to the 2011 Census, Manjhdhar village had a total population of 257 people, including 121 males and 136 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.53%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 68.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 257 | 121 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 22 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Manjhdhar
Manjhdhar 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 Manjhdhar
Manjhdhar 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 Dalhousie to Manjhdhar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Manjhdhar is about 24 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 Manjhdhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjhdhar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manjhdhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjhdhar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Manjhdhar
Where is Manjhdhar located?
Manjhdhar village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manjhdhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjhdhar is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Manjhdhar?
The pincode of Manjhdhar is 176303.
What is the population of Manjhdhar?
Manjhdhar had a total population of 257, including 121 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Manjhdhar?
Manjhdhar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhdhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhdhar was 80.53%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 68.60%.