Manal - Shillai, Sirmaur
Manal is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 124 km from Nahan. Manal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manal is 023459. The village covers a total geographical area of 555 hectares and falls under the 173027 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 1,808 people, consisting of 961 males and 847 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 285 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,037 literate and 771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,808 | 961 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 285 | 154 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,178 | 627 | 551 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,037 | 611 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 350 | 421 |
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
Public transport in the Manal 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 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manal
Where is Manal located?
Manal village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manal?
Manal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manal?
The pincode of Manal is 173027.
What is the population of Manal?
Manal has a total population of 1,808, including 961 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Manal?
There are 217 households in Manal.
What is the literacy rate in Manal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manal is 57.36%. Male literacy is 63.58% and female literacy is 50.30%.