Manjhola - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Manjhola is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Lansdowne and around 110 km from Pauri. Manjhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjhola is 047446. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.69 hectares and falls under the 246155 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Manjhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjhola
As per Census 2011, Manjhola village has a total population of 198 people, consisting of 89 males and 109 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,224 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 89 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 22 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Manjhola
Manjhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Gaon | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Asankhat | North | 1.31 km |
| Ringwari Gaon | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Sukoli Malli | South-West | 1.39 km |
| Jakh Talla | West | 1.54 km |
| Jakh Malla | West | 1.59 km |
| Rankot Talla | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Khraka | East | 1.84 km |
| Dhaniya Kot | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Sukoli Talli | South | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manjhola
Manjhola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Manjhola is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Manjhola is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjhola 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Manjhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjhola 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 Manjhola
Where is Manjhola located?
Manjhola village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjhola?
Manjhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manjhola?
The pincode of Manjhola is 246155.
What is the population of Manjhola?
Manjhola has a total population of 198, including 89 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Manjhola?
There are 47 households in Manjhola.
What is the literacy rate in Manjhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjhola is 65.15%. Male literacy is 75.28% and female literacy is 56.88%.