Manpur - Nowshera, Rajouri
Manpur is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Nowshera and around 48 km from Rajouri. Dhanaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manpur is 001597. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.4 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Manpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manpur
As per Census 2011, Manpur village has a total population of 875 people, consisting of 461 males and 414 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 875 | 461 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 71 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 349 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 112 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Manpur
Manpur 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 Manpur
Manpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nowshera to Manpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Manpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manpur
Where is Manpur located?
Manpur village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manpur is Dhanaka.
What is the pincode of Manpur?
The pincode of Manpur is 185151.
What is the population of Manpur?
Manpur has a total population of 875, including 461 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Manpur?
There are 244 households in Manpur.
What is the literacy rate in Manpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manpur is 70.29%. Male literacy is 75.70% and female literacy is 64.25%.