Manda - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Manda is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 76 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kharsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manda is 043128. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.63 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Manda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manda
According to the 2011 Census, Manda village had a total population of 65 people, including 29 males and 36 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,241 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.57%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 35.48%.
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 | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 10 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Manda
Manda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharsari Gaon | South-East | 1.09 km |
| Ghandiyal | South | 1.16 km |
| Bamana | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Dikhol Gaon | East | 1.39 km |
| Bindua | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Marora | West | 2.21 km |
| Pant Gaon | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Bhatkot | East | 2.26 km |
| Tol | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Baunth | West | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manda
Manda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.8 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 Devprayag to Manda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Manda is about 76 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 Manda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manda 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 Manda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manda 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 Manda
Where is Manda located?
Manda village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manda?
The Gram Panchayat of Manda is Kharsari.
What is the pincode of Manda?
The pincode of Manda is 249161.
What is the population of Manda?
Manda had a total population of 65, including 29 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Manda?
Manda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manda was 53.57%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 35.48%.