Manish Pota - Barrackpur - II, North 24 Parganas
Manish Pota is a village situated in the Barrackpur - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from Madhabpur and around 10.4 km from Barasat. Bilkanda-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manish Pota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manish Pota is 323130. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.84 hectares and falls under the 700113 pincode. Khardah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Manish Pota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khardaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dum Dum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manish Pota
According to the 2011 Census, Manish Pota village had a total population of 3,207 people, including 1,642 males and 1,565 females, living in 814 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.39%, with male literacy at 94.57% and female literacy at 88.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 347, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 3,207 | 1,642 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 149 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 186 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,674 | 1,412 | 1,262 |
| Illiterate Population | 533 | 230 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Manish Pota
Manish Pota 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 Manish Pota
Manish Pota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Manish Pota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khardah to Manish Pota is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Manish Pota is about 10.4 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 Manish Pota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manish Pota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Manish Pota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manish Pota 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 Manish Pota
Where is Manish Pota located?
Manish Pota village is located in Barrackpur - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Manish Pota?
The Gram Panchayat of Manish Pota is Bilkanda-i.
What is the pincode of Manish Pota?
The pincode of Manish Pota is 700113.
What is the population of Manish Pota?
Manish Pota had a total population of 3,207, including 1,642 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Manish Pota?
Manish Pota had 814 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manish Pota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manish Pota was 91.39%. Male literacy was 94.57% and female literacy was 88.07%.