Manikera - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Manikera is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Manikera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikera is 422490. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Manikera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikera
As per Census 2011, Manikera village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 170 males and 181 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 170 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 94 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 122 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 48 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Manikera
Manikera 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 Manikera
Manikera 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Manikera is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikera 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Manikera
Where is Manikera located?
Manikera village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikera?
Manikera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manikera?
The pincode of Manikera is 766102.
What is the population of Manikera?
Manikera has a total population of 351, including 170 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Manikera?
There are 90 households in Manikera.
What is the literacy rate in Manikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikera is 60.68%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 50.28%.