Manikpur - Pandarak, Patna
Manikpur is a village situated in the Pandarak subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandarak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Kondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpur is 246460. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 803214 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Mokama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manikpur village had a total population of 1,684 people, including 867 males and 817 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.92%, with male literacy at 69.29% and female literacy at 45.81%.
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 | 1,684 | 867 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 167 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 786 | 485 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 382 | 516 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Manikpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Manikpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Manikpur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manikpur
Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is located in Pandarak Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Kondi.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 803214.
What is the population of Manikpur?
Manikpur had a total population of 1,684, including 867 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur?
Manikpur had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpur was 57.92%. Male literacy was 69.29% and female literacy was 45.81%.