Manik Nagar - Santipur, Nadia
Manik Nagar is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Gayeshpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manik Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manik Nagar is 321914. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.32 hectares and falls under the 741401 pincode. Nabadwip is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Manik Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manik Nagar
As per Census 2011, Manik Nagar village has a total population of 3,609 people, consisting of 1,889 males and 1,720 females. The village has 785 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,956 literate and 1,653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 800 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manik Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,609 | 1,889 | 1,720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 233 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 436 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,126 | 580 | 546 |
| Literate Population | 1,956 | 1,129 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,653 | 760 | 893 |
Nearby Villages of Manik Nagar
Manik Nagar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Bholadanga | South | 0.89 km |
| Goalpara | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Panchlaki | West | 1.58 km |
| Nutanmath Bholadanga | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Mrijapur | South | 1.99 km |
| Mohisunra | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Media | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Bholadanga | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Malatipur | South | 3.44 km |
| Khanpur | West | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manik Nagar
Public transport in the Manik Nagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandaigram Halt, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabadwip to Manik Nagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Manik Nagar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manik Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manik Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manik Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manik Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manik Nagar
Where is Manik Nagar located?
Manik Nagar village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manik Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Manik Nagar is Gayeshpur.
What is the pincode of Manik Nagar?
The pincode of Manik Nagar is 741401.
What is the population of Manik Nagar?
Manik Nagar has a total population of 3,609, including 1,889 males and 1,720 females.
How many households are there in Manik Nagar?
There are 785 households in Manik Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Manik Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manik Nagar is 54.20%. Male literacy is 59.77% and female literacy is 48.08%.