Manj Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Manj Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 54 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Manjgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manj Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manj Gaon is 044330. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.9 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Manj Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manj Gaon
As per Census 2011, Manj Gaon village has a total population of 1,300 people, consisting of 606 males and 694 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 853 literate and 447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manj Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,300 | 606 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 96 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 132 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 453 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 447 | 153 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Manj Gaon
Manj Gaon 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 Manj Gaon
Manj Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Chamba to Manj Gaon is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Manj Gaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manj Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manj Gaon 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 Manj Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manj Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manj Gaon
Where is Manj Gaon located?
Manj Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manj Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Manj Gaon is Manjgaon.
What is the pincode of Manj Gaon?
The pincode of Manj Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Manj Gaon?
Manj Gaon has a total population of 1,300, including 606 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Manj Gaon?
There are 252 households in Manj Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Manj Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manj Gaon is 65.62%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 57.64%.