Manipur - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Manipur is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Maanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manipur is 049764. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.08 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Manipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manipur
According to the 2011 Census, Manipur village had a total population of 119 people, including 57 males and 62 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 77.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 5 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Manipur
Manipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Manipur
Manipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Manipur is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Manipur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manipur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Manipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manipur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Manipur
Where is Manipur located?
Manipur village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manipur is Maanipur.
What is the pincode of Manipur?
The pincode of Manipur is 262534.
What is the population of Manipur?
Manipur had a total population of 119, including 57 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Manipur?
Manipur had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manipur was 85.71%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 77.19%.