Manbajouna - Ranikhet, Almora
Manbajouna is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manbajouna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manbajouna is 052308. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.55 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Manbajouna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manbajouna
As per Census 2011, Manbajouna village has a total population of 403 people, consisting of 175 males and 228 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,302 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manbajouna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 175 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 137 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 38 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Manbajouna
Manbajouna 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 Manbajouna
Manbajouna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Manbajouna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Manbajouna is about 37 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 Manbajouna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manbajouna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manbajouna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manbajouna 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manbajouna
Where is Manbajouna located?
Manbajouna village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manbajouna?
The Gram Panchayat of Manbajouna is Dida.
What is the pincode of Manbajouna?
The pincode of Manbajouna is 263652.
What is the population of Manbajouna?
Manbajouna has a total population of 403, including 175 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Manbajouna?
There are 80 households in Manbajouna.
What is the literacy rate in Manbajouna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manbajouna is 70.22%. Male literacy is 78.29% and female literacy is 64.04%.