Manikuti - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Manikuti is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikuti is 416625. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Manikuti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikuti
According to the 2011 Census, Manikuti village had a total population of 174 people, including 80 males and 94 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,175 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.14%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 37.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 110.
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 | 174 | 80 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 35 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Manikuti
Manikuti 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 Manikuti
Public transport in the Manikuti 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 G. Udayagiri to Manikuti is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Manikuti is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikuti 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Manikuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikuti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manikuti
Where is Manikuti located?
Manikuti village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manikuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikuti is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Manikuti?
The pincode of Manikuti is 762103.
What is the population of Manikuti?
Manikuti had a total population of 174, including 80 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Manikuti?
Manikuti had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikuti was 52.14%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 37.84%.