Manikpur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Manikpur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Manik Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpur is 239008. The village covers a total geographical area of 796 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Manikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manikpur village had a total population of 9,939 people, including 5,302 males and 4,637 females, living in 1,860 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.68%, with male literacy at 74.65% and female literacy at 59.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 535, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 327.
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 | 9,939 | 5,302 | 4,637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,684 | 848 | 836 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 292 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 168 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 5,587 | 3,325 | 2,262 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,352 | 1,977 | 2,375 |
Nearby Villages of Manikpur
Manikpur 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 Manikpur
Manikpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Manikpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Manikpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Manikpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Manikpur
Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Manik Pur.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 813209.
What is the population of Manikpur?
Manikpur had a total population of 9,939, including 5,302 males and 4,637 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur?
Manikpur had 1,860 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpur was 67.68%. Male literacy was 74.65% and female literacy was 59.51%.