Manikpur - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Manikpur is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Kiajhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpur is 405997. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikpur
As per Census 2011, Manikpur village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 28 males and 30 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 5 | 17 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nayagarh to Manikpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manikpur
Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Kiajhara.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 752077.
What is the population of Manikpur?
Manikpur has a total population of 58, including 28 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur?
There are 13 households in Manikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpur is 62.07%. Male literacy is 82.14% and female literacy is 43.33%.