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
As per Census 2011, Manhota village has a total population of 523 people, consisting of 251 males and 272 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 251 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 31 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 90 | 113 |
| 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 has a total population of 523, including 251 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Manhota?
There are 111 households in Manhota.
What is the literacy rate in Manhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manhota is 71.70%. Male literacy is 77.29% and female literacy is 66.54%.