Manjhakhal - Thunag, Mandi
Manjhakhal is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Tunga Dhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjhakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjhakhal is 015149. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.9 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Manjhakhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjhakhal
According to the 2011 Census, Manjhakhal village had a total population of 318 people, including 161 males and 157 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.27%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 73.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 318 | 161 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 140 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 21 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Manjhakhal
Manjhakhal 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 Manjhakhal
Manjhakhal 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 Mandi to Manjhakhal is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjhakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjhakhal 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 Manjhakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjhakhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manjhakhal
Where is Manjhakhal located?
Manjhakhal village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manjhakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjhakhal is Tunga Dhar.
What is the pincode of Manjhakhal?
The pincode of Manjhakhal is 175048.
What is the population of Manjhakhal?
Manjhakhal had a total population of 318, including 161 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Manjhakhal?
Manjhakhal had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhakhal was 84.27%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 73.19%.