Mani Gam - Lar, Ganderbal
Mani Gam is a village situated in the Lar tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lar and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Manigam A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mani Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mani Gam is 002852. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.8 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mani Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mani Gam
As per Census 2011, Mani Gam village has a total population of 7,606 people, consisting of 3,987 males and 3,619 females. The village has 1,208 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,784 literate and 3,822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,168 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mani Gam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,606 | 3,987 | 3,619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,301 | 661 | 640 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,168 | 637 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 3,784 | 2,347 | 1,437 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,822 | 1,640 | 2,182 |
Nearby Villages of Mani Gam
Mani Gam 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 Mani Gam
Mani Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Mani Gam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Mani Gam is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mani Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mani Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mani Gam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mani Gam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mani Gam
Where is Mani Gam located?
Mani Gam village is located in Lar Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mani Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Mani Gam is Manigam A.
What is the pincode of Mani Gam?
The pincode of Mani Gam is 191201.
What is the population of Mani Gam?
Mani Gam has a total population of 7,606, including 3,987 males and 3,619 females.
How many households are there in Mani Gam?
There are 1,208 households in Mani Gam.
What is the literacy rate in Mani Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mani Gam is 49.75%. Male literacy is 58.87% and female literacy is 39.71%.