Manigah - Kupwara
Manigah is a village situated in the Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Kupwara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Manigah A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manigah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manigah is 000053. The village covers a total geographical area of 331.9 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Manigah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manigah
As per Census 2011, Manigah village has a total population of 9,094 people, consisting of 4,648 males and 4,446 females. The village has 1,207 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,114 literate and 5,980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 863 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manigah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,094 | 4,648 | 4,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,590 | 1,207 | 1,383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 137 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 863 | 443 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 3,114 | 2,089 | 1,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,980 | 2,559 | 3,421 |
Nearby Villages of Manigah
Manigah 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 Manigah
Manigah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Manigah is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manigah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manigah 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 Manigah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manigah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manigah
Where is Manigah located?
Manigah village is located in Kupwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manigah?
The Gram Panchayat of Manigah is Manigah A.
What is the pincode of Manigah?
The pincode of Manigah is 193222.
What is the population of Manigah?
Manigah has a total population of 9,094, including 4,648 males and 4,446 females.
How many households are there in Manigah?
There are 1,207 households in Manigah.
What is the literacy rate in Manigah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manigah is 34.24%. Male literacy is 44.94% and female literacy is 23.05%.