Manjkot - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Manjkot is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Lansdowne and around 69 km from Pauri. Pundergaon Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjkot is 047410. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.44 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Manjkot 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 Manjkot
According to the 2011 Census, Manjkot village had a total population of 54 people, including 22 males and 32 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,455 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.39%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 51.72%.
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 | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 3 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Manjkot
Manjkot 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 Manjkot
Manjkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Lansdowne to Manjkot is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Manjkot is about 69 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 Manjkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjkot 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Manjkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manjkot
Where is Manjkot located?
Manjkot village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjkot is Pundergaon Talla.
What is the pincode of Manjkot?
The pincode of Manjkot is 246172.
What is the population of Manjkot?
Manjkot had a total population of 54, including 22 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Manjkot?
Manjkot had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjkot was 69.39%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 51.72%.