Manjari - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Manjari is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badfeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjari is 390849. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Manjari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manjari
According to the 2011 Census, Manjari village had a total population of 193 people, including 102 males and 91 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.85%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 34 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Manjari
Manjari 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 Manjari
Manjari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Udala to Manjari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Manjari is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manjari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjari 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manjari
Where is Manjari located?
Manjari village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manjari?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjari is Badfeni.
What is the pincode of Manjari?
The pincode of Manjari is 757019.
What is the population of Manjari?
Manjari had a total population of 193, including 102 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Manjari?
Manjari had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manjari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjari was 74.85%. Male literacy was 78.16% and female literacy was 71.43%.