Mankauli - Singhwara, Darbhanga
Mankauli is a village situated in the Singhwara subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhwara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Mankauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankauli is 226800. The village covers a total geographical area of 735 hectares and falls under the 847104 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mankauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jale Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mankauli
As per Census 2011, Mankauli village has a total population of 13,176 people, consisting of 6,824 males and 6,352 females. The village has 2,586 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,509 literate and 7,667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,567 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mankauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,176 | 6,824 | 6,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,522 | 1,277 | 1,245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,567 | 770 | 797 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5,509 | 3,470 | 2,039 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,667 | 3,354 | 4,313 |
Nearby Villages of Mankauli
Mankauli 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 Mankauli
Mankauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Darbhanga to Mankauli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mankauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mankauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankauli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mankauli
Where is Mankauli located?
Mankauli village is located in Singhwara Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mankauli?
Mankauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mankauli?
The pincode of Mankauli is 847104.
What is the population of Mankauli?
Mankauli has a total population of 13,176, including 6,824 males and 6,352 females.
How many households are there in Mankauli?
There are 2,586 households in Mankauli.
What is the literacy rate in Mankauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankauli is 41.81%. Male literacy is 50.85% and female literacy is 32.10%.