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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Manal village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 272 males and 263 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 341 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 272 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| 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 has a total population of 535, including 272 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Manal?
There are 78 households in Manal.
What is the literacy rate in Manal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manal is 63.74%. Male literacy is 73.90% and female literacy is 53.23%.