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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Manjhakhal village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 161 males and 157 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjhakhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 161 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 74 | 79 |
| 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 has a total population of 318, including 161 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Manjhakhal?
There are 75 households in Manjhakhal.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhakhal is 75.79%. Male literacy is 86.96% and female literacy is 64.33%.