Manpur - Paraswada, Balaghat
Manpur is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Amawahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manpur is 498357. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.94 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 47 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 Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manpur
As per Census 2011, Manpur village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 114 males and 115 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 114 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 76 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 38 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Manpur
Manpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basi | West | 2.44 km |
| Keshlai Ryt. | South | 2.82 km |
| Khuddipur | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Amwahi | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Singhai | South | 4.67 km |
| Nagjhola | South | 4.96 km |
| Keshlai Mal. | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Dora | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Kurwahi | West | 6.11 km |
| Lilameta | South | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Manpur. The nearest railway station is Charegaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baihar to Manpur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Manpur is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manpur
Where is Manpur located?
Manpur village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manpur is Amawahi.
What is the pincode of Manpur?
The pincode of Manpur is 481105.
What is the population of Manpur?
Manpur has a total population of 229, including 114 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Manpur?
There are 61 households in Manpur.
What is the literacy rate in Manpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manpur is 55.02%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 43.48%.