Manikhira
Manikhira is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.1km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 42.8km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Shimulpur is the gram panchayat of Manikhira village.
Here you can discover what makes Manikhira unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Manikhira’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Manikhira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Manikhira is 322749. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743287. Bangaon is nearest town to Manikhira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Manikhira
Population of Manikhira
According to the 2011 Census, Manikhira has a total population of about 2,898, with approximately 1,474 males and 1,424 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,217 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.84%, with male literacy at about 77.48% and female literacy near 68.05%. There are around 671 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Manikhira's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,898 | 1,474 | 1,424 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 121 | 117 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,217 | 1,115 | 1,102 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
Literate Population | 2,111 | 1,142 | 969 |
Illiterate Population | 787 | 332 | 455 |
Connectivity of Manikhira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Manikhira. As per the 2011 stats, Manikhira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Manikhira
Knowing the nearby villages of Manikhira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Manikhira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Manikhira
- Where is Manikhira located?
- Manikhira village is situated in Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Manikhira?
- The Gram Panchayat of Manikhira is Shimulpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Manikhira?
- The pincode of Manikhira is 743287, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Manikhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Manikhira is 2,898, with 1,474 males and 1,424 females.
- How many households are there in Manikhira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Manikhira village has a total of 671 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Manikhira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Manikhira is 72.84%. The male literacy rate is 77.48%, while the female literacy rate is 68.05%.