Manjhu - Arki, Solan
Manjhu is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Palog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjhu is 020241. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.13 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Manjhu 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 Manjhu
As per Census 2011, Manjhu village has a total population of 670 people, consisting of 310 males and 360 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 559 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjhu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 670 | 310 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 45 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 268 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 42 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Manjhu
Manjhu 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 Manjhu
Manjhu 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Manjhu is about 65 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 Manjhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjhu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manjhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjhu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manjhu
Where is Manjhu located?
Manjhu village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjhu is Palog.
What is the pincode of Manjhu?
The pincode of Manjhu is 173208.
What is the population of Manjhu?
Manjhu has a total population of 670, including 310 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Manjhu?
There are 146 households in Manjhu.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhu is 83.43%. Male literacy is 86.45% and female literacy is 80.83%.