Manikpura - Mehgaon, Bhind
Manikpura is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Gigarkhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpura is 453047. The village covers a total geographical area of 234.15 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Manikpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manikpura
According to the 2011 Census, Manikpura village had a total population of 313 people, including 168 males and 145 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 91.16% and female literacy at 68.80%.
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 | 313 | 168 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 134 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 34 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Manikpura
Manikpura 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 Manikpura
Manikpura 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 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 Mehgaon to Manikpura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Manikpura is about 32 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 Manikpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikpura 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 Manikpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikpura 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 Manikpura
Where is Manikpura located?
Manikpura village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpura is Gigarkhi.
What is the pincode of Manikpura?
The pincode of Manikpura is 477557.
What is the population of Manikpura?
Manikpura had a total population of 313, including 168 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Manikpura?
Manikpura had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpura was 80.88%. Male literacy was 91.16% and female literacy was 68.80%.