Manan - Kotgarh, Shimla
Manan is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 98 km from Shimla. Kotighat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manan is 023887. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.42 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Manan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manan
According to the 2011 Census, Manan village had a total population of 27 people, including 12 males and 15 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Manan
Manan 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 Manan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Manan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Manan is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manan 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manan
Where is Manan located?
Manan village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manan?
The Gram Panchayat of Manan is Kotighat.
What is the pincode of Manan?
The pincode of Manan is 172031.
What is the population of Manan?
Manan had a total population of 27, including 12 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Manan?
Manan had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manan was 88.89%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.