Manjur - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Manjur is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Kopargaon and around 118 km from Ahmadnagar. Manjoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjur is 557501. The village covers a total geographical area of 871 hectares and falls under the 423604 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjur
As per Census 2011, Manjur village has a total population of 2,779 people, consisting of 1,429 males and 1,350 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,888 literate and 891 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 713 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,779 | 1,429 | 1,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 182 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 165 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 713 | 357 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 1,888 | 1,074 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 891 | 355 | 536 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karwadi | South | 2.03 km |
| Handewadi | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Mayegaon Devi | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Velapur | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Morvis | North | 3.81 km |
| Baktarpur | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Dahiwadi | West | 4.59 km |
| Dhamori | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Bharatpur | South | 5.46 km |
| Suregaon | South-East | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manjur
Manjur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kopargaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.9 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 Kopargaon to Manjur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Manjur is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Manjur
Where is Manjur located?
Manjur village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjur is Manjoor.
What is the pincode of Manjur?
The pincode of Manjur is 423604.
What is the population of Manjur?
Manjur has a total population of 2,779, including 1,429 males and 1,350 females.
How many households are there in Manjur?
There are 545 households in Manjur.
What is the literacy rate in Manjur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjur is 67.94%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 60.30%.