Manche - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Manche is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Devadhe serves as the Village Panchayat for Manche village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manche is 565897. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.11 hectares and falls under the 416712 pincode. Ratnagiri is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Manche village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manche
According to the 2011 Census, Manche village had a total population of 480 people, including 219 males and 261 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.25%, with male literacy at 75.82% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 480 | 219 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 138 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 81 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Manche
Manche 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeravande | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Devdhe | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Dhundare | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Asage | East | 3.56 km |
| Pateregaon | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Veral | North-West | 4.15 km |
| Kelambe | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Kangavali | North | 4.36 km |
| Gavane | West | 4.63 km |
| Gondesakhal | South | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manche
Manche is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratnagiri to Manche is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manche
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manche 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manche
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manche village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manche
Where is Manche located?
Manche village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Manche?
The Village Panchayat of Manche is Devadhe.
What is the pincode of Manche?
The pincode of Manche is 416712.
What is the population of Manche?
Manche had a total population of 480, including 219 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Manche?
Manche had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manche?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manche was 68.25%. Male literacy was 75.82% and female literacy was 62.50%.