Manoa - Maira Mandrian, Jammu
Manoa is a village situated in the Maira Mandrian tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Aaakhnoor and around 63 km from Jammu. Kathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manoa is 005441. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.4 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Manoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manoa
As per Census 2011, Manoa village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 279 males and 271 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manoa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 279 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 195 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 84 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Manoa
Manoa 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 Manoa
Manoa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Akhnoor to Manoa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Manoa is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manoa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Manoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manoa 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 Manoa
Where is Manoa located?
Manoa village is located in Maira Mandrian Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Manoa is Kathar.
What is the pincode of Manoa?
The pincode of Manoa is 181201.
What is the population of Manoa?
Manoa has a total population of 550, including 279 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Manoa?
There are 102 households in Manoa.
What is the literacy rate in Manoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manoa is 66.00%. Male literacy is 69.89% and female literacy is 61.99%.