Manikpur - Longtharai Valley, Dhalai
Manikpur is a village situated in the Longtharai Valley subdivision of Dhalai district, Tripura. It is located approximately 9 km from Chhamanu and around 57 km from Ambassa.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpur is 272533. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 799273 pincode. Kumarghat is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Manikpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chawamanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikpur
As per Census 2011, Manikpur village has a total population of 3,747 people, consisting of 2,049 males and 1,698 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 671 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,604 literate and 1,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,457 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,747 | 2,049 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 671 | 350 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 48 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,457 | 1,775 | 1,682 |
| Literate Population | 2,604 | 1,559 | 1,045 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 490 | 653 |
Nearby Villages of Manikpur
Manikpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Chhamanu | West | 2.15 km |
| Makarchhera | North-West | 5.15 km |
| Paschim Chhamanu | West | 5.22 km |
| Debchhera | South | 6.61 km |
| Uttar Longtarai | West | 6.94 km |
| Dakshin Longtarai | West | 7.42 km |
| Sadhujanpara | North-West | 7.85 km |
| Sonapur | North-West | 9.37 km |
| Durgachhera | North-West | 10.05 km |
| Gurudhanpara | West | 10.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manikpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Manikpur. The nearest railway station is Manu, while the nearest airport is Kamalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumarghat to Manikpur is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambassa to Manikpur is about 57 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manikpur
Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is located in Longtharai Valley Subdivision, Dhalai district, Tripura, India.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 799273.
What is the population of Manikpur?
Manikpur has a total population of 3,747, including 2,049 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur?
There are 755 households in Manikpur.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpur is 69.50%. Male literacy is 76.09% and female literacy is 61.54%.