Manar - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Manar is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Shimla. Manju Dabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manar is 024717. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Manar 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manar
According to the 2011 Census, Manar village had a total population of 209 people, including 106 males and 103 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.04%, with male literacy at 91.92% and female literacy at 75.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 91 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 15 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Manar
Manar 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 Manar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Manar.
| 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 Shimla to Manar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manar
Where is Manar located?
Manar village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manar?
The Gram Panchayat of Manar is Manju Dabri.
What is the pincode of Manar?
The pincode of Manar is 171001.
What is the population of Manar?
Manar had a total population of 209, including 106 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Manar?
Manar had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manar was 84.04%. Male literacy was 91.92% and female literacy was 75.28%.