Manola - Dalhousie, Chamba
Manola is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Manola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manola is 007466. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.93 hectares and falls under the 176306 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Manola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manola
According to the 2011 Census, Manola village had a total population of 171 people, including 91 males and 80 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.54%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 66.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Manola
Manola 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 Manola
Manola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Manola is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Manola is about 36 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 Manola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manola 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Manola
Where is Manola located?
Manola village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manola?
Manola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manola?
The pincode of Manola is 176306.
What is the population of Manola?
Manola had a total population of 171, including 91 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Manola?
Manola had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manola was 72.54%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 66.15%.