Manipur - Soro, Balasore
Manipur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Soro and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Manipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manipur is 393728. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Manipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manipur
As per Census 2011, Manipur village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 738 males and 672 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 994 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 738 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 164 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 568 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 170 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Manipur
Manipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jajpur | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Purunakatak | East | 2.24 km |
| Badabandha | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Salkata | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Chaurpur | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Kantiapadar | North | 4.06 km |
| Digsira | South | 4.12 km |
| Jubarajpur | North | 4.33 km |
| Lunibahal | North | 4.40 km |
| Barabani | North-West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manipur
Manipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Manipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Manipur is about 45 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 Manipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Manipur
Where is Manipur located?
Manipur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manipur?
Manipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manipur?
The pincode of Manipur is 756047.
What is the population of Manipur?
Manipur has a total population of 1,410, including 738 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Manipur?
There are 362 households in Manipur.
What is the literacy rate in Manipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manipur is 70.50%. Male literacy is 76.96% and female literacy is 63.39%.