Manakwara - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Manakwara is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Manakwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manakwara is 490580. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.6 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Manakwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manakwara
As per Census 2011, Manakwara village has a total population of 883 people, consisting of 454 males and 429 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 646 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manakwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 883 | 454 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 49 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 370 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 84 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Manakwara
Manakwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chargawan | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Bhadri | North | 1.51 km |
| Bhandi | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Dabkiya | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Narwara | North | 2.62 km |
| Kumjhor | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Kuklah | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Mehguwan | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Jamunpani | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Mahguwan | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manakwara
Public transport in the Manakwara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bikrampur, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Manakwara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Manakwara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manakwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manakwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Manakwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manakwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manakwara
Where is Manakwara located?
Manakwara village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manakwara?
Manakwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manakwara?
The pincode of Manakwara is 487118.
What is the population of Manakwara?
Manakwara has a total population of 883, including 454 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Manakwara?
There are 193 households in Manakwara.
What is the literacy rate in Manakwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manakwara is 73.16%. Male literacy is 81.50% and female literacy is 64.34%.