Manche - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Manche is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Manche village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manche is 566261. The village covers a total geographical area of 895 hectares and falls under the 416811 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manche
As per Census 2011, Manche village has a total population of 2,261 people, consisting of 1,092 males and 1,169 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,734 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manche are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,261 | 1,092 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 69 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 896 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 196 | 331 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malpewadi | East | 2.04 km |
| Palekarwadi | West | 2.41 km |
| Upale | North | 3.11 km |
| Patgaon | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Pombhurle | East | 3.73 km |
| Prindrawan | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Pendhari | South | 4.76 km |
| Mutat | West | 4.89 km |
| Taral | North-West | 5.32 km |
| Somlewadi | South | 5.68 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 Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.4 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 Rajapur to Manche is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Manche is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manche?
Manche is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manche?
The pincode of Manche is 416811.
What is the population of Manche?
Manche has a total population of 2,261, including 1,092 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Manche?
There are 481 households in Manche.
What is the literacy rate in Manche?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manche is 76.69%. Male literacy is 82.05% and female literacy is 71.69%.