Manikyapurpalli - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Manikyapurpalli is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from Nuagaon and around 82 km from Chatrapur. Gaudagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikyapurpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikyapurpalli is 412975. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 761042 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Manikyapurpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikyapurpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Manikyapurpalli village had a total population of 137 people, including 70 males and 67 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.35%, with male literacy at 96.83% and female literacy at 91.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 137.
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 | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Manikyapurpalli
Manikyapurpalli 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 Manikyapurpalli
Manikyapurpalli 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Manikyapurpalli is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Manikyapurpalli is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikyapurpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikyapurpalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manikyapurpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikyapurpalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Manikyapurpalli
Where is Manikyapurpalli located?
Manikyapurpalli village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikyapurpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikyapurpalli is Gaudagam.
What is the pincode of Manikyapurpalli?
The pincode of Manikyapurpalli is 761042.
What is the population of Manikyapurpalli?
Manikyapurpalli had a total population of 137, including 70 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Manikyapurpalli?
Manikyapurpalli had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikyapurpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikyapurpalli was 94.35%. Male literacy was 96.83% and female literacy was 91.80%.