Manjhiar
Manjhiar is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Manjhiar village. As per 2009 stats, Shahpur is the gram panchayat of Manjhiar village.
Manjhiar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Manjhiar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manjhiar is 009403. The village spans a total geographical area of 64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176205. Kangra is nearest town to Manjhiar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Manjhiar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Manjhiar
Population of Manjhiar
Below is a concise population overview of Manjhiar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 578 | 292 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 268 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 24 | 14 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Manjhiar village:
- The total population of Manjhiar village is around 578, including approximately 292 males and 286 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Manjhiar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Manjhiar village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Manjhiar village is about 93.43%, with male literacy at 91.78% and female literacy at 95.10%.
- There are around 134 households in Manjhiar village.
Connectivity of Manjhiar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manjhiar. As per the 2011 stats, Manjhiar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manjhiar
Knowing the nearby villages of Manjhiar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manjhiar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manjhiar
- Where is Manjhiar located?
- Manjhiar village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manjhiar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Manjhiar is Shahpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Manjhiar?
- The pincode of Manjhiar is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Manjhiar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manjhiar is 578, with 292 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Manjhiar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manjhiar village has a total of 134 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manjhiar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manjhiar is 93.43%. The male literacy rate is 91.78%, while the female literacy rate is 95.10%.