Mani - Surgana, Nashik
Mani is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mani is 549675. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.48 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Mani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mani
According to the 2011 Census, Mani village had a total population of 1,468 people, including 459 males and 1,009 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 2,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 83.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,452.
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 | 1,468 | 459 | 1,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,452 | 452 | 1,000 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 286 | 782 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 173 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Mani
Mani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanumantmal | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Bival | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Morchonda | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Khobala | West | 2.36 km |
| Suryagad | North | 2.97 km |
| Ganeshnagar | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Malgavhan | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Ahmadgavhan | East | 3.63 km |
| Khokari | North | 4.01 km |
| Bhintghar | South-East | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mani
Mani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nashik to Mani is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mani
Where is Mani located?
Mani village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mani?
Mani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mani?
The pincode of Mani is 422211.
What is the population of Mani?
Mani had a total population of 1,468, including 459 males and 1,009 females.
How many households are there in Mani?
Mani had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mani was 81.78%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 83.91%.