Manikera - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Manikera is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Manikera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikera is 477930. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.54 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Manikera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manikera
As per Census 2011, Manikera village has a total population of 1,539 people, consisting of 752 males and 787 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 1,209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,457 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | 752 | 787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 168 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,457 | 712 | 745 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 202 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,209 | 550 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Manikera
Manikera 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 Manikera
Manikera 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 >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 Jhiranya to Manikera is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Manikera is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikera 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 Manikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manikera
Where is Manikera located?
Manikera village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikera?
Manikera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manikera?
The pincode of Manikera is 451001.
What is the population of Manikera?
Manikera has a total population of 1,539, including 752 males and 787 females.
How many households are there in Manikera?
There are 257 households in Manikera.
What is the literacy rate in Manikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikera is 21.44%. Male literacy is 26.86% and female literacy is 16.26%.