Manikahar
Manikahar is a village located in Beldanga Ii subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Saktipur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Manikahar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Somepara Ii is the gram panchayat of Manikahar village.
Here you can discover what makes Manikahar unique in its vibrant Beldanga Ii-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Manikahar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Manikahar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manikahar is 315646. The village spans a total geographical area of 303.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742163. Berhampore is nearest town to Manikahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Manikahar
Population of Manikahar
According to the 2011 Census, Manikahar has a total population of about 8,114, with approximately 4,233 males and 3,881 females. The sex ratio is around 916 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.06%, with male literacy at about 61.94% and female literacy near 58.00%. There are around 1,828 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Manikahar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,114 | 4,233 | 3,881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,104 | 609 | 495 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 174 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,873 | 2,622 | 2,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,241 | 1,611 | 1,630 |
Connectivity of Manikahar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manikahar. As per the 2011 stats, Manikahar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manikahar
Knowing the nearby villages of Manikahar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manikahar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manikahar
- Where is Manikahar located?
- Manikahar village is situated in Beldanga Ii Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manikahar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Manikahar is Somepara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Manikahar?
- The pincode of Manikahar is 742163, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Manikahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manikahar is 8,114, with 4,233 males and 3,881 females.
- How many households are there in Manikahar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manikahar village has a total of 1,828 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manikahar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manikahar is 60.06%. The male literacy rate is 61.94%, while the female literacy rate is 58.00%.