Manjur - Sakleshpur, Hassan
Manjur is a village situated in the Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakleshpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Changadihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjur is 615056. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.16 hectares and falls under the 573137 pincode. Sakleshpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Manjur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjur
According to the 2011 Census, Manjur village had a total population of 410 people, including 216 males and 194 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.76%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 97.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 410 | 216 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 214 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Manjur
Manjur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hosur | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Santhahalli | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Sundahalli | East | 1.55 km |
| Cheekanalli | North | 1.63 km |
| Kalale Estate | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Doddakolathur | East | 2.28 km |
| Kadlur | West | 2.45 km |
| Echalabeedu | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Narur | West | 2.65 km |
| Kalale | South | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manjur
Manjur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kadagaravalli, while the nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| 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 Sakleshpur to Manjur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Manjur 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 Manjur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manjur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manjur
Where is Manjur located?
Manjur village is located in Sakleshpur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjur is Changadihalli.
What is the pincode of Manjur?
The pincode of Manjur is 573137.
What is the population of Manjur?
Manjur had a total population of 410, including 216 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Manjur?
Manjur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjur was 98.76%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 97.37%.