Manal - Nohra, Sirmaur
Manal is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhutli Manal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manal is 022680. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.82 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh 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 Nahan 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 345 people, including 174 males and 171 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 86.99% and female literacy at 72.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185.
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 | 345 | 174 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 47 | 64 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nahan to Manal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 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 Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manal?
The Gram Panchayat of Manal is Bhutli Manal.
What is the pincode of Manal?
The pincode of Manal is 173104.
What is the population of Manal?
Manal had a total population of 345, including 174 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Manal?
Manal had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manal was 79.59%. Male literacy was 86.99% and female literacy was 72.30%.