Manikpur - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Manikpur is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Manikpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpur is 435977. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.88 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manikpur village had a total population of 1,161 people, including 583 males and 578 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.01%, with male literacy at 66.38% and female literacy at 49.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,115.
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 | 1,161 | 583 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 113 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,115 | 560 | 555 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 312 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 271 | 343 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Manikpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manikpur
Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manikpur?
Manikpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 495448.
What is the population of Manikpur?
Manikpur had a total population of 1,161, including 583 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur?
Manikpur had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpur was 58.01%. Male literacy was 66.38% and female literacy was 49.68%.