Manikpur - Rajpur, Buxar
Manikpur is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kaithhar Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpur is 248630. The village covers a total geographical area of 88 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Manikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manikpur village had a total population of 465 people, including 235 males and 230 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.95%, with male literacy at 97.49% and female literacy at 96.39%.
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 | 465 | 235 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 194 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 41 | 43 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Manikpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Buxar to Manikpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manikpur
Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Kaithhar Kala.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 802122.
What is the population of Manikpur?
Manikpur had a total population of 465, including 235 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur?
Manikpur had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpur was 96.95%. Male literacy was 97.49% and female literacy was 96.39%.