Manungi - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Manungi is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Sarangagarh and around 53 km from Phulbani. Gandrigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manungi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manungi is 416223. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 762106 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Manungi 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 Manungi
According to the 2011 Census, Manungi village had a total population of 129 people, including 67 males and 62 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.86%, with male literacy at 72.41% and female literacy at 37.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 127.
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 | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 42 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Manungi
Manungi 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 Manungi
Public transport in the Manungi 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 Manungi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Manungi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manungi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manungi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Manungi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manungi 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 Manungi
Where is Manungi located?
Manungi village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manungi?
The Gram Panchayat of Manungi is Gandrigaon.
What is the pincode of Manungi?
The pincode of Manungi is 762106.
What is the population of Manungi?
Manungi had a total population of 129, including 67 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Manungi?
Manungi had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manungi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manungi was 55.86%. Male literacy was 72.41% and female literacy was 37.74%.