Manwa - Pajhota, Sirmaur
Manwa is a village situated in the Pajhota tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 176 km from Nahan. Dhanach Manwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manwa is 022521. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Manwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manwa
According to the 2011 Census, Manwa village had a total population of 368 people, including 198 males and 170 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.25%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 78.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 179.
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 | 368 | 198 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 33 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 154 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 44 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Manwa
Manwa 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 Manwa
Public transport in the Manwa 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 Manwa is about 176 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manwa 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 Manwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manwa 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 Manwa
Where is Manwa located?
Manwa village is located in Pajhota Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Manwa is Dhanach Manwa.
What is the pincode of Manwa?
The pincode of Manwa is 173024.
What is the population of Manwa?
Manwa had a total population of 368, including 198 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Manwa?
Manwa had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manwa was 86.25%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 78.71%.