Manjha - Saidpur, Ghazipur
Manjha is a village situated in the Saidpur tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saidpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Manjha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjha is 204646. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.35 hectares and falls under the 233306 pincode. Saidpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Manjha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saidpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjha
As per Census 2011, Manjha village has a total population of 3,337 people, consisting of 1,704 males and 1,633 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,159 literate and 1,178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 572 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,337 | 1,704 | 1,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 254 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 391 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 74 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 2,159 | 1,252 | 907 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 452 | 726 |
Nearby Villages of Manjha
Manjha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mosimpur | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Rampur | South | 1.10 km |
| Binwal | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Gambhirpur | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Bojh | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Jai Chand Chack | North | 1.46 km |
| Kotawali | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Shakhpur | West | 1.62 km |
| Palia | West | 1.73 km |
| Jharagawan | South-West | 1.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manjha
Manjha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Basuchak, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Saidpur to Manjha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Manjha is about 27 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 Manjha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Manjha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manjha
Where is Manjha located?
Manjha village is located in Saidpur Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjha?
Manjha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manjha?
The pincode of Manjha is 233306.
What is the population of Manjha?
Manjha has a total population of 3,337, including 1,704 males and 1,633 females.
How many households are there in Manjha?
There are 762 households in Manjha.
What is the literacy rate in Manjha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjha is 64.70%. Male literacy is 73.47% and female literacy is 55.54%.