Manail - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Manail is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gopalbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manail is 311245. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.15 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Manail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manail
As per Census 2011, Manail village has a total population of 762 people, consisting of 401 males and 361 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 762 | 401 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 102 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 305 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 96 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Manail
Manail 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 Manail
Manail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Manail is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Manail is about 13.7 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 Manail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manail
Where is Manail located?
Manail village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manail?
The Gram Panchayat of Manail is Gopalbati.
What is the pincode of Manail?
The pincode of Manail is 733145.
What is the population of Manail?
Manail has a total population of 762, including 401 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Manail?
There are 191 households in Manail.
What is the literacy rate in Manail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manail is 72.57%. Male literacy is 76.06% and female literacy is 68.70%.