Manjin - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Manjin is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Lansdowne and around 77 km from Pauri. Odal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjin is 047382. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.96 hectares and falls under the 246193 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Manjin 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 Manjin
According to the 2011 Census, Manjin village had a total population of 71 people, including 31 males and 40 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,290 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.04%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.62%.
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 | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 3 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Manjin
Manjin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranihat | South-East | 0.74 km |
| Khundoli | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Janda Laga Sari | East | 0.89 km |
| Kanda Laga Koti | East | 1.10 km |
| Odal | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Pali Talli | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Koti | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Holi | South | 1.87 km |
| Khareti | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Topiyal Gaon | East | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manjin
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Manjin. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| 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 Lansdowne to Manjin is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Manjin is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjin 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manjin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manjin
Where is Manjin located?
Manjin village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjin?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjin is Odal.
What is the pincode of Manjin?
The pincode of Manjin is 246193.
What is the population of Manjin?
Manjin had a total population of 71, including 31 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Manjin?
Manjin had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjin was 91.04%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.62%.