Manjkhet - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Manjkhet is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Manjkhet village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjkhet is 043474. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.41 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Manjkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manjkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Manjkhet village had a total population of 311 people, including 129 males and 182 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,411 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 87.00% and female literacy at 53.79%.
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 | 311 | 129 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 42 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Manjkhet
Manjkhet 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 Manjkhet
Manjkhet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Manjkhet is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Manjkhet is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manjkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjkhet 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manjkhet
Where is Manjkhet located?
Manjkhet village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjkhet?
Manjkhet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manjkhet?
The pincode of Manjkhet is 249165.
What is the population of Manjkhet?
Manjkhet had a total population of 311, including 129 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Manjkhet?
Manjkhet had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjkhet was 67.35%. Male literacy was 87.00% and female literacy was 53.79%.