Manchikrund - Uri, Baramulla
Manchikrund is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Boniyar and around 40 km from Baramulla. Manchikrund village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manchikrund is 002580. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.8 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Manchikrund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manchikrund
According to the 2011 Census, Manchikrund village had a total population of 1,438 people, including 770 males and 668 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.65%, with male literacy at 53.31% and female literacy at 19.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,438 | 770 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 181 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 314 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 456 | 569 |
Transport and Connectivity of Manchikrund
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Manchikrund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Uri to Manchikrund is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Manchikrund 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 Manchikrund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manchikrund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Manchikrund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manchikrund 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 Manchikrund
Where is Manchikrund located?
Manchikrund village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Manchikrund?
Manchikrund is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manchikrund?
The pincode of Manchikrund is 193123.
What is the population of Manchikrund?
Manchikrund had a total population of 1,438, including 770 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Manchikrund?
Manchikrund had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manchikrund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manchikrund was 37.65%. Male literacy was 53.31% and female literacy was 19.49%.