Purba Manu - Santirbazar, South Tripura
Purba Manu is a village situated in the Santirbazar subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 10 km from Bokafa and around 20 km from Udaipur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Manu is 272308. The village covers a total geographical area of 1317 hectares and falls under the 799144 pincode. Santirbazar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Purba Manu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Santirbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Manu
As per Census 2011, Purba Manu village has a total population of 2,633 people, consisting of 1,332 males and 1,301 females. The village has 649 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,970 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Manu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,633 | 1,332 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 178 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,143 | 1,084 | 1,059 |
| Literate Population | 1,970 | 1,063 | 907 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 269 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Manu
Purba Manu 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 Kathalia | East | 2.97 km |
| Paschim Kathalia | South | 2.97 km |
| Dakshin Takmachhera | North | 3.04 km |
| Paschim Manu | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Birchandranagar | West | 4.45 km |
| Uttar Debipur | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Bagafa | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Uttar Takmachhera | North-West | 4.98 km |
| Santirbazar | South | 6.17 km |
| Rajapur | West | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purba Manu
Purba Manu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirania, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santirbazar to Purba Manu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Purba Manu is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Manu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Manu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Manu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Manu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purba Manu
Where is Purba Manu located?
Purba Manu village is located in Santirbazar Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the pincode of Purba Manu?
The pincode of Purba Manu is 799144.
What is the population of Purba Manu?
Purba Manu has a total population of 2,633, including 1,332 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Purba Manu?
There are 649 households in Purba Manu.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Manu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Manu is 74.82%. Male literacy is 79.80% and female literacy is 69.72%.