Manika - Patan, Palamu
Manika is a village situated in the Patan subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Kishunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manika is 365950. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.09 hectares and falls under the 822123 pincode.
Manika village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manika
According to the 2011 Census, Manika village had a total population of 1,082 people, including 585 males and 497 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.64%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 52.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 1,082 | 585 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 378 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 207 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Manika
Manika 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 Manika
Manika is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Manika is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Manika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Manika
Where is Manika located?
Manika village is located in Patan Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manika?
The Gram Panchayat of Manika is Kishunpur.
What is the pincode of Manika?
The pincode of Manika is 822123.
What is the population of Manika?
Manika had a total population of 1,082, including 585 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Manika?
Manika had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manika was 65.64%. Male literacy was 76.83% and female literacy was 52.51%.