Mankund - Hatpiplya, Dewas
Mankund is a village situated in the Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatpiplya and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Mankund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankund is 474110. The village covers a total geographical area of 1462.9 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Indore is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mankund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatpipliya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mankund
As per Census 2011, Mankund village has a total population of 4,357 people, consisting of 2,252 males and 2,105 females. The village has 913 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,591 literate and 1,766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,575 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mankund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,357 | 2,252 | 2,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 319 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,575 | 816 | 759 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 104 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 2,591 | 1,609 | 982 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,766 | 643 | 1,123 |
Nearby Villages of Mankund
Mankund is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arlawada | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Ponasa | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Ankheli | East | 3.06 km |
| Rojadi | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Bagwada | West | 3.40 km |
| Semlibuzurg | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Borkhedapurwiya | North | 4.26 km |
| Haidarpur | East | 4.29 km |
| Manasa Karnawad | South | 4.36 km |
| Mankundi | East | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mankund
Mankund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indore to Mankund is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Mankund is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mankund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mankund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mankund
Where is Mankund located?
Mankund village is located in Hatpiplya Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mankund?
Mankund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mankund?
The pincode of Mankund is 455223.
What is the population of Mankund?
Mankund has a total population of 4,357, including 2,252 males and 2,105 females.
How many households are there in Mankund?
There are 913 households in Mankund.
What is the literacy rate in Mankund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankund is 59.47%. Male literacy is 71.45% and female literacy is 46.65%.