Manela - Dwarahat, Almora
Manela is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Manela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manela is 052791. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.34 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Manela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manela
According to the 2011 Census, Manela village had a total population of 443 people, including 190 males and 253 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,332 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.96%, with male literacy at 89.94% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 443 | 190 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 143 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 47 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Manela
Manela 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 Manela
Manela 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 Dwarahat to Manela is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Manela 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 Manela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manela 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 Manela
Where is Manela located?
Manela village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manela?
Manela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manela?
The pincode of Manela is 263645.
What is the population of Manela?
Manela had a total population of 443, including 190 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Manela?
Manela had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manela was 73.96%. Male literacy was 89.94% and female literacy was 62.67%.