Manik Pur - Mohammadabad, Ghazipur
Manik Pur is a village situated in the Mohammadabad tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohammadabad and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Silaich serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manik Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manik Pur is 205992. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.13 hectares and falls under the 233227 pincode. Ghazipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Manik Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohammadabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manik Pur
As per Census 2011, Manik Pur village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 130 males and 161 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,238 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manik Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 130 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 17 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 96 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 34 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Manik Pur
Manik Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khijir Pur M. Patepur | West | 0.46 km |
| Dauan Silaich | East | 0.72 km |
| Chak Bhanua | South | 0.79 km |
| Chak Phateullah | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Hasan Pura | North | 0.82 km |
| Mubarak Pur | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Maheshpur M. Silaich | North-East | 0.86 km |
| Raje Pah | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Nashir Pur Kala | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Chak Nashir Pur Khurd | South-West | 1.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manik Pur
Manik Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yusufpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghazipur to Manik Pur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ghazipur to Manik Pur 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 Manik Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manik Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manik Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manik Pur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manik Pur
Where is Manik Pur located?
Manik Pur village is located in Mohammadabad Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manik Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manik Pur is Silaich.
What is the pincode of Manik Pur?
The pincode of Manik Pur is 233227.
What is the population of Manik Pur?
Manik Pur has a total population of 291, including 130 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Manik Pur?
There are 34 households in Manik Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Manik Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manik Pur is 60.14%. Male literacy is 73.85% and female literacy is 49.07%.