Manewal - Kotkhai, Shimla
Manewal is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Purag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manewal is 026198. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.37 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Manewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Manewal
According to the 2011 Census, Manewal village had a total population of 86 people, including 41 males and 45 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.87%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 35 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Manewal
Manewal 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 Manewal
Public transport in the Manewal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Manewal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Manewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manewal 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 Manewal
Where is Manewal located?
Manewal village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Manewal is Purag.
What is the pincode of Manewal?
The pincode of Manewal is 171202.
What is the population of Manewal?
Manewal had a total population of 86, including 41 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Manewal?
Manewal had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manewal was 89.87%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 85.71%.