Manjakana - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Manjakana is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamakshyanagar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kadua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjakana is 402387. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Manjakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjakana
According to the 2011 Census, Manjakana village had a total population of 273 people, including 141 males and 132 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.38%, with male literacy at 51.20% and female literacy at 38.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 64 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 77 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Manjakana
Manjakana 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 Manjakana
Manjakana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Manjakana.
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Manjakana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Manjakana is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjakana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manjakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjakana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Manjakana
Where is Manjakana located?
Manjakana village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjakana is Kadua.
What is the pincode of Manjakana?
The pincode of Manjakana is 759018.
What is the population of Manjakana?
Manjakana had a total population of 273, including 141 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Manjakana?
Manjakana had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjakana was 45.38%. Male literacy was 51.20% and female literacy was 38.94%.