Manjwan - Thakurdwara, Kangra
Manjwan is a village situated in the Thakurdwara tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 93 km from Dharmsala. Miani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjwan is 008790. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.39 hectares and falls under the 176403 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Manjwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjwan
As per Census 2011, Manjwan village has a total population of 731 people, consisting of 380 males and 351 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 440 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 731 | 380 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 241 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 139 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Manjwan
Manjwan 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 Manjwan
Manjwan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Manjwan is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manjwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjwan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manjwan
Where is Manjwan located?
Manjwan village is located in Thakurdwara Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjwan is Miani.
What is the pincode of Manjwan?
The pincode of Manjwan is 176403.
What is the population of Manjwan?
Manjwan has a total population of 731, including 380 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Manjwan?
There are 129 households in Manjwan.
What is the literacy rate in Manjwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjwan is 60.19%. Male literacy is 63.42% and female literacy is 56.70%.