Manal - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Manal is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhajon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manal is 023405. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Manal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manal
According to the 2011 Census, Manal village had a total population of 535 people, including 272 males and 263 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.09%, with male literacy at 83.06% and female literacy at 60.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 535 | 272 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 201 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 71 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Manal
Manal 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 Manal
Manal 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 Nahan to Manal is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manal
Where is Manal located?
Manal village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manal?
The Gram Panchayat of Manal is Bhajon.
What is the pincode of Manal?
The pincode of Manal is 173029.
What is the population of Manal?
Manal had a total population of 535, including 272 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Manal?
Manal had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manal was 72.09%. Male literacy was 83.06% and female literacy was 60.61%.