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Manori is a village located on Dharavi Bhet in northern Mumbai, India. It is known for its beach and the Manori Creek.Transportation Manori can be reached by road via Bhayander, Dahisar Check naka. The sea route, however, is relatively shorter. Manori is a 15-minute ferry ride away from Marve Beach in Malad. The closest railway station is Malad.Local populationManori is dominated by the local fishing & farming community - Kolis, Kunbis & Bhandaris, they are called as East Indians. East Indians belong to the Roman Catholic community & most importantly they are the landlords of Mumbai. Fishing and farming are the major occupation among the locals. The village is divided into 3 sections i.e. Koliwada, Bhandarwada and Panchghar. Koliwada being the most populated and congested compared to other sections. The largest bungalow in the village, "Green Villa", belongs to the Ferreiras and is also known as "Motha Ghar" & the largest family in the village is "Sodawala Family".TourismManori is a very popular weekend destination among the people of Mumbai. The beach (Click here to see its photosphere), roads, and overall culture are similar to Goa, providing a mini-Goa experience within the city of Mumbai. Apart from beachside shacks, there are two resorts in Manori designed like Spanish villas.Manori has numerous hotels and cottages, as many picnickers visit daily; the village beaches and resorts are crowded.