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.

Here you can discover what makes Manjhiar unique in its vibrant Shahpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Manjhiar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Manjhiar

According to the 2011 Census, Manjhiar has a total population of about 578, with approximately 292 males and 286 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 93.43%, with male literacy at about 91.78% and female literacy near 95.10%. There are around 134 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Manjhiar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.