Mankakot - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Mankakot is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Manika Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mankakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankakot is 173077. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.1 hectares and falls under the 271845 pincode. Ikauna is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mankakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Mankakot
Mankakot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laybudwa | West | 1.47 km |
| Narayanjot | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Manoharapur | North | 2.82 km |
| Etwariya | West | 2.88 km |
| Kirhauna | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Bhutha | East | 3.35 km |
| Chichadi | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Andhar Purwa | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Mujhaniya | North | 4.27 km |
| Lohra Tara | West | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mankakot
Mankakot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balrampur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ikauna to Mankakot is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Mankakot is about 19 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 Mankakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankakot 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mankakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mankakot
Where is Mankakot located?
Mankakot village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mankakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Mankakot is Manika Kot.
What is the pincode of Mankakot?
The pincode of Mankakot is 271845.