Manhota - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Manhota is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Manhota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manhota is 030904. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Manhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manhota
According to the 2011 Census, Manhota village had a total population of 523 people, including 251 males and 272 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.71%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 79.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203.
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 | 523 | 251 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 31 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 90 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 194 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 57 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Manhota
Manhota is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Manhota
Manhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Manhota is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manhota 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 Manhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manhota 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Manhota
Where is Manhota located?
Manhota village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manhota?
Manhota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manhota?
The pincode of Manhota is 144213.
What is the population of Manhota?
Manhota had a total population of 523, including 251 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Manhota?
Manhota had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manhota was 83.71%. Male literacy was 88.18% and female literacy was 79.39%.