Manj Gaon - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Manj Gaon is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Manjgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manj Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manj Gaon is 040534. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.43 hectares and falls under the 249151 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Yamunotri 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 664 people, consisting of 335 males and 329 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 497 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manj Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 664 | 335 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 72 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 281 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 54 | 113 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Manj Gaon.
| 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 Barkot to Manj Gaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Manj Gaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manj Gaon
Where is Manj Gaon located?
Manj Gaon village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi 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 249151.
What is the population of Manj Gaon?
Manj Gaon has a total population of 664, including 335 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Manj Gaon?
There are 136 households in Manj Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Manj Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manj Gaon is 74.85%. Male literacy is 83.88% and female literacy is 65.65%.