Manikeswar
Manikeswar is a village located in Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Raikia (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Manikeswar village is also a gram panchayat.
Manikeswar has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Manikeswar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manikeswar is 417562. The village spans a total geographical area of 258 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762101. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Manikeswar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Manikeswar
Population of Manikeswar
Below is a concise population overview of Manikeswar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 695 | 350 | 345 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 98 | 99 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 198 | 202 |
Literate Population | 382 | 241 | 141 |
Illiterate Population | 313 | 109 | 204 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Manikeswar village:
- The total population of Manikeswar village is around 695, including approximately 350 males and 345 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 102 children aged 0–6 years in Manikeswar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Manikeswar village has 197 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 400 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Manikeswar village is about 54.96%, with male literacy at 68.86% and female literacy at 40.87%.
- There are around 198 households in Manikeswar village.
Connectivity of Manikeswar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manikeswar. As per the 2011 stats, Manikeswar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manikeswar
Knowing the nearby villages of Manikeswar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manikeswar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manikeswar
- Where is Manikeswar located?
- Manikeswar village is situated in Raikia Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manikeswar?
- Manikeswar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Manikeswar?
- The pincode of Manikeswar is 762101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Manikeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manikeswar is 695, with 350 males and 345 females.
- How many households are there in Manikeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manikeswar village has a total of 198 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manikeswar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manikeswar is 54.96%. The male literacy rate is 68.86%, while the female literacy rate is 40.87%.