Manikpur - Balipatna, Khordha
Manikpur is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Amanakuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpur is 407635. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Manikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikpur
According to the 2011 Census, Manikpur village had a total population of 240 people, including 125 males and 115 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.78%, with male literacy at 94.02% and female literacy at 72.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 110 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 15 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Manikpur
Manikpur 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 Manikpur
Manikpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Manikpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Manikpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manikpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikpur 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 Manikpur
Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Amanakuda.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 752102.
What is the population of Manikpur?
Manikpur had a total population of 240, including 125 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur?
Manikpur had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpur was 83.78%. Male literacy was 94.02% and female literacy was 72.38%.