Manijanga - Nimapada, Puri
Manijanga is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Alanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manijanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manijanga is 408959. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Manijanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manijanga
As per Census 2011, Manijanga village has a total population of 1,281 people, consisting of 617 males and 664 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manijanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,281 | 617 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 127 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 515 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 102 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Manijanga
Manijanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ekamakana | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Kusikana | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Talatanla | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Alanda | South | 1.34 km |
| Nambilo | East | 1.73 km |
| Torihanbandha | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Bhuan | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Chitra | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kanapur | North | 2.14 km |
| Odakhanda | East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manijanga
Manijanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| 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 Manijanga is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Manijanga is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manijanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manijanga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manijanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manijanga 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 Manijanga
Where is Manijanga located?
Manijanga village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Manijanga is Alanda.
What is the pincode of Manijanga?
The pincode of Manijanga is 752114.
What is the population of Manijanga?
Manijanga has a total population of 1,281, including 617 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Manijanga?
There are 340 households in Manijanga.
What is the literacy rate in Manijanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manijanga is 78.53%. Male literacy is 83.47% and female literacy is 73.95%.