Manikpur
Manikpur is a village located in Balrampur subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Balrampur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Fatehpur is the gram panchayat of Manikpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Manikpur unique in its vibrant Balrampur-Katihar region. You’ll see Manikpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Manikpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manikpur is 224872. The village spans a total geographical area of 151.12 hectares. Raiganj is nearest town to Manikpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Manikpur
Population of Manikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manikpur has a total population of about 1,617, with approximately 833 males and 784 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.39%, with male literacy at about 34.69% and female literacy near 21.68%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Manikpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 833 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 289 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,158 | 544 | 614 |
Connectivity of Manikpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manikpur. As per the 2011 stats, Manikpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manikpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Manikpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manikpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manikpur
- Where is Manikpur located?
- Manikpur village is situated in Balrampur Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manikpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Fatehpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manikpur is 1,617, with 833 males and 784 females.
- How many households are there in Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manikpur village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manikpur is 28.39%. The male literacy rate is 34.69%, while the female literacy rate is 21.68%.