Mana - Murtijapur, Akola
Mana is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Mana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mana is 530248. The village covers a total geographical area of 1942 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Mana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mana
As per Census 2011, Mana village has a total population of 9,216 people, consisting of 4,824 males and 4,392 females. The village has 1,980 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,037 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,552 literate and 1,664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,622 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 367 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,216 | 4,824 | 4,392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,037 | 529 | 508 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,622 | 1,353 | 1,269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 190 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 7,552 | 4,104 | 3,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,664 | 720 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Mana
Mana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasulapur (repadkhed) | South | 1.99 km |
| Isafpur | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Allapur | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Sahadatpur | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Malakapur | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Girdharpur | East | 3.16 km |
| Sikandarpur | East | 3.29 km |
| Langhapur | North | 3.37 km |
| Pohi | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Jitapur | West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mana
Mana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Mana is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Mana is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mana
Where is Mana located?
Mana village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mana?
Mana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mana?
The pincode of Mana is 444106.
What is the population of Mana?
Mana has a total population of 9,216, including 4,824 males and 4,392 females.
How many households are there in Mana?
There are 1,980 households in Mana.
What is the literacy rate in Mana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mana is 81.94%. Male literacy is 85.07% and female literacy is 78.51%.