Manikpol - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Manikpol is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from Bongaon and around 53.9 km from Barasat. Bairampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manikpol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manikpol is 322626. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.46 hectares and falls under the 743262 pincode. Bangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Manikpol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangaon Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manikpol
As per Census 2011, Manikpol village has a total population of 2,948 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,437 females. The village has 731 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,084 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,070 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manikpol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,948 | 1,511 | 1,437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 145 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,070 | 567 | 503 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,084 | 1,146 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 365 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Manikpol
Manikpol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belgaria | East | 1.42 km |
| Huda Bishnupur | South | 1.48 km |
| Shialdanga | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Santoshpur | North | 1.75 km |
| Dakshin Bhabanipur | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Ganeshpur | East | 2.39 km |
| Mendia | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Shimulia | South | 2.47 km |
| Balarampur | West | 2.51 km |
| Balia | West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manikpol
Manikpol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangaon to Manikpol is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Manikpol is about 53.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manikpol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manikpol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manikpol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manikpol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Manikpol
Where is Manikpol located?
Manikpol village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manikpol?
The Gram Panchayat of Manikpol is Bairampur.
What is the pincode of Manikpol?
The pincode of Manikpol is 743262.
What is the population of Manikpol?
Manikpol has a total population of 2,948, including 1,511 males and 1,437 females.
How many households are there in Manikpol?
There are 731 households in Manikpol.
What is the literacy rate in Manikpol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manikpol is 70.69%. Male literacy is 75.84% and female literacy is 65.27%.