Manan - Arki, Solan
Manan is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Palog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manan is 020245. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Manan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manan
According to the 2011 Census, Manan village had a total population of 90 people, including 40 males and 50 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 93.94% and female literacy at 85.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Manan
Manan 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 Manan
Manan 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 | 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 Solan to Manan is about 66 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 Manan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manan
Where is Manan located?
Manan village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manan?
The Gram Panchayat of Manan is Palog.
What is the pincode of Manan?
The pincode of Manan is 173208.
What is the population of Manan?
Manan had a total population of 90, including 40 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Manan?
Manan had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manan was 89.19%. Male literacy was 93.94% and female literacy was 85.37%.