Manekpura - Deesa, Banas Kantha
Manekpura is a village situated in the Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deesa and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Manekpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manekpura is 508362. The village covers a total geographical area of 760.17 hectares and falls under the 385540 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Manekpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manekpura
As per Census 2011, Manekpura village has a total population of 4,145 people, consisting of 2,138 males and 2,007 females. The village has 750 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,122 literate and 2,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manekpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,145 | 2,138 | 2,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 337 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,122 | 1,388 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,023 | 750 | 1,273 |
Nearby Villages of Manekpura
Manekpura 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 Manekpura
Manekpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Manekpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Manekpura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Manekpura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manekpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manekpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manekpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manekpura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manekpura
Where is Manekpura located?
Manekpura village is located in Deesa Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manekpura?
Manekpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manekpura?
The pincode of Manekpura is 385540.
What is the population of Manekpura?
Manekpura has a total population of 4,145, including 2,138 males and 2,007 females.
How many households are there in Manekpura?
There are 750 households in Manekpura.
What is the literacy rate in Manekpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manekpura is 51.19%. Male literacy is 64.92% and female literacy is 36.57%.