Manikapur - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Manikapur is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from Orkel and around 120 km from Malkangiri . Kudumulugumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikapur is 430867. The village covers a total geographical area of 115 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Manikapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikapur
As per Census 2011, Manikapur village has a total population of 44 people, consisting of 18 males and 26 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,444 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Manikapur
Manikapur 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 Manikapur
Public transport in the Manikapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Manikapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Manikapur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikapur 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 Manikapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manikapur
Where is Manikapur located?
Manikapur village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikapur is Kudumulugumma.
What is the pincode of Manikapur?
The pincode of Manikapur is 764051.
What is the population of Manikapur?
Manikapur has a total population of 44, including 18 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Manikapur?
There are 10 households in Manikapur.
What is the literacy rate in Manikapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikapur is 20.45%. Male literacy is 27.78% and female literacy is 15.38%.