Manekpor - Chikhli, Navsari
Manekpor is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Manekpor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manekpor is 523066. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.86 hectares and falls under the 396560 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Manekpor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vansda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manekpor
As per Census 2011, Manekpor village has a total population of 2,518 people, consisting of 1,261 males and 1,257 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,934 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,271 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manekpor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,518 | 1,261 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 137 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,271 | 642 | 629 |
| Literate Population | 1,934 | 1,019 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 242 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Manekpor
Manekpor 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 Manekpor
Manekpor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Manekpor is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Manekpor is about 35 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 Manekpor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manekpor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manekpor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manekpor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manekpor
Where is Manekpor located?
Manekpor village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manekpor?
Manekpor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manekpor?
The pincode of Manekpor is 396560.
What is the population of Manekpor?
Manekpor has a total population of 2,518, including 1,261 males and 1,257 females.
How many households are there in Manekpor?
There are 573 households in Manekpor.
What is the literacy rate in Manekpor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manekpor is 76.81%. Male literacy is 80.81% and female literacy is 72.79%.