Manikeswar - Raikia, Kandhamal
Manikeswar is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikeswar is 417562. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Manikeswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikeswar
As per Census 2011, Manikeswar village has a total population of 695 people, consisting of 350 males and 345 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 400 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikeswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Manikeswar
Manikeswar 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 Manikeswar
Manikeswar 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 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Manikeswar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Manikeswar is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikeswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikeswar 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 Manikeswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikeswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manikeswar
Where is Manikeswar located?
Manikeswar village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikeswar?
Manikeswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manikeswar?
The pincode of Manikeswar is 762101.
What is the population of Manikeswar?
Manikeswar has a total population of 695, including 350 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Manikeswar?
There are 198 households in Manikeswar.
What is the literacy rate in Manikeswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikeswar is 54.96%. Male literacy is 68.86% and female literacy is 40.87%.