Manikpur

Manikpur is a village located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 27.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Belmuri is the gram panchayat of Manikpur village.

Manikpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Manikpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manikpur is 324706. The village spans a total geographical area of 85.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712302. Chinsurah is nearest town to Manikpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Manikpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Manikpur

Below is a concise population overview of Manikpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 849 425 424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 49 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 167 80 87
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 168 86 82
Literate Population 540 291 249
Illiterate Population 309 134 175

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Manikpur village:

  • The total population of Manikpur village is around 849, including approximately 425 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Manikpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Manikpur village has 167 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 168 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Manikpur village is about 63.60%, with male literacy at 68.47% and female literacy at 58.73%.
  • There are around 201 households in Manikpur village.

Connectivity of Manikpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manikpur. As per the 2011 stats, Manikpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Manikpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Manikpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manikpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Manikpur

Where is Manikpur located?
Manikpur village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpur is Belmuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Manikpur?
The pincode of Manikpur is 712302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manikpur is 849, with 425 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Manikpur village has a total of 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manikpur is 63.60%. The male literacy rate is 68.47%, while the female literacy rate is 58.73%.