Manoo - Bhalessa (Gandoh), Doda
Manoo is a village situated in the Bhalessa (Gandoh) tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Gandoh and around 82 km from Doda. Manoo-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manoo is 004339. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.6 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Manoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manoo
As per Census 2011, Manoo village has a total population of 2,497 people, consisting of 1,296 males and 1,201 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 573 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 1,718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,006 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,497 | 1,296 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 287 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,006 | 1,032 | 974 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 569 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,718 | 727 | 991 |
Nearby Villages of Manoo
Manoo 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 Manoo
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Manoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Doda to Manoo is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manoo 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manoo 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 Manoo
Where is Manoo located?
Manoo village is located in Bhalessa (Gandoh) Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Manoo is Manoo-a.
What is the pincode of Manoo?
The pincode of Manoo is 182203.
What is the population of Manoo?
Manoo has a total population of 2,497, including 1,296 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Manoo?
There are 488 households in Manoo.
What is the literacy rate in Manoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manoo is 31.20%. Male literacy is 43.90% and female literacy is 17.49%.