Manikdihi - Santipur, Nadia
Manikdihi is a village situated in the Santipur subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulia and around 23.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Babla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikdihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikdihi is 321959. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.52 hectares and falls under the 741404 pincode. Santipur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Manikdihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Manikdihi
According to the 2011 Census, Manikdihi village had a total population of 463 people, including 254 males and 209 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 823 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.93%, with male literacy at 75.12% and female literacy at 55.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 254 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 96 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 163 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 91 | 105 |
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
Public transport in the Manikdihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Manikdihi.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santipur to Manikdihi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Manikdihi is about 23.7 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Manikdihi
Where is Manikdihi located?
Manikdihi village is located in Santipur Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manikdihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikdihi is Babla.
What is the pincode of Manikdihi?
The pincode of Manikdihi is 741404.
What is the population of Manikdihi?
Manikdihi had a total population of 463, including 254 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Manikdihi?
Manikdihi had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manikdihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikdihi was 65.93%. Male literacy was 75.12% and female literacy was 55.32%.