Maniksimulia - Baliapal, Balasore
Maniksimulia is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Baliapal and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Badas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maniksimulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maniksimulia is 392112. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756083 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Maniksimulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maniksimulia
According to the 2011 Census, Maniksimulia village had a total population of 676 people, including 344 males and 332 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.37%, with male literacy at 98.36% and female literacy at 88.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225.
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 | 676 | 344 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 563 | 300 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 44 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Maniksimulia
Maniksimulia 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 Maniksimulia
Maniksimulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Baleshwar to Maniksimulia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Maniksimulia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maniksimulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maniksimulia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maniksimulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maniksimulia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maniksimulia
Where is Maniksimulia located?
Maniksimulia village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maniksimulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Maniksimulia is Badas.
What is the pincode of Maniksimulia?
The pincode of Maniksimulia is 756083.
What is the population of Maniksimulia?
Maniksimulia had a total population of 676, including 344 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Maniksimulia?
Maniksimulia had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maniksimulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maniksimulia was 93.37%. Male literacy was 98.36% and female literacy was 88.26%.