Manikdihi - Karimpur - II, Nadia
Manikdihi is a village situated in the Karimpur - II subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahamatpur and around 74.8 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dighal Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikdihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikdihi is 321185. The village covers a total geographical area of 143 hectares and falls under the 741152 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Manikdihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikdihi
As per Census 2011, Manikdihi village has a total population of 996 people, consisting of 534 males and 462 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 624 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikdihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 996 | 534 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 356 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 178 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Manikdihi
Manikdihi 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 Manikdihi
Manikdihi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Manikdihi is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Manikdihi is about 74.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikdihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikdihi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manikdihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikdihi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manikdihi
Where is Manikdihi located?
Manikdihi village is located in Karimpur - II Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikdihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikdihi is Dighal Kandi.
What is the pincode of Manikdihi?
The pincode of Manikdihi is 741152.
What is the population of Manikdihi?
Manikdihi has a total population of 996, including 534 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Manikdihi?
There are 262 households in Manikdihi.
What is the literacy rate in Manikdihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikdihi is 62.65%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 58.01%.