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
According to the 2011 Census, Manjhu village had a total population of 670 people, including 310 males and 360 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.11%, with male literacy at 98.17% and female literacy at 90.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 had a total population of 670, including 310 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Manjhu?
Manjhu had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhu was 94.11%. Male literacy was 98.17% and female literacy was 90.65%.