Manikunda
Manikunda is a village located in Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Marsaghai (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Manikunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Manikunda unique in its vibrant Marsaghai-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Manikunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Manikunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manikunda is 396897. The village spans a total geographical area of 208 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754212. Kendrapara is nearest town to Manikunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Manikunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Manikunda
Population of Manikunda
According to the 2011 Census, Manikunda has a total population of about 1,827, with approximately 941 males and 886 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 228 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.38%, with male literacy at about 86.29% and female literacy near 78.22%. There are around 447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Manikunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,827 | 941 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 82 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,505 | 812 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 129 | 193 |
Connectivity of Manikunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manikunda. As per the 2011 stats, Manikunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manikunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Manikunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manikunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manikunda
- Where is Manikunda located?
- Manikunda village is situated in Marsaghai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manikunda?
- Manikunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Manikunda?
- The pincode of Manikunda is 754212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Manikunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manikunda is 1,827, with 941 males and 886 females.
- How many households are there in Manikunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manikunda village has a total of 447 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manikunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manikunda is 82.38%. The male literacy rate is 86.29%, while the female literacy rate is 78.22%.