Mana - Joshimath, Chamoli
Mana is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 46 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Mana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mana is 040808. The village covers a total geographical area of 88977.82 hectares and falls under the 246422 pincode. Badrinath is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mana
According to the 2011 Census, Mana village had a total population of 1,214 people, including 731 males and 483 females, living in 558 households. The sex ratio was 661 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.18%, with male literacy at 97.99% and female literacy at 75.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 857.
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 | 1,214 | 731 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 54 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 857 | 405 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 681 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 50 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Mana
Mana 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 Mana
Mana 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 Badrinath to Mana is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Mana is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mana 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 Mana
Where is Mana located?
Mana village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mana?
Mana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mana?
The pincode of Mana is 246422.
What is the population of Mana?
Mana had a total population of 1,214, including 731 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Mana?
Mana had 558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mana was 89.18%. Male literacy was 97.99% and female literacy was 75.34%.