Menakapur
Menakapur is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Menakapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Salikotha is the gram panchayat of Menakapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Menakapur unique in its vibrant Dantan I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Menakapur’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 Menakapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Menakapur is 343816. The village spans a total geographical area of 230.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721435. Kharagpur is nearest town to Menakapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 64km away.
Google Map of Menakapur
Population of Menakapur
According to the 2011 Census, Menakapur has a total population of about 3,244, with approximately 1,685 males and 1,559 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 398 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 238 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 91. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.44%, with male literacy at about 75.43% and female literacy near 65.04%. There are around 647 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Menakapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,244 | 1,685 | 1,559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 196 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 2,285 | 1,271 | 1,014 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 414 | 545 |
Connectivity of Menakapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Menakapur. As per the 2011 stats, Menakapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Menakapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Menakapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Menakapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Menakapur
- Where is Menakapur located?
- Menakapur village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Menakapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Menakapur is Salikotha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Menakapur?
- The pincode of Menakapur is 721435, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Menakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Menakapur is 3,244, with 1,685 males and 1,559 females.
- How many households are there in Menakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Menakapur village has a total of 647 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Menakapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Menakapur is 70.44%. The male literacy rate is 75.43%, while the female literacy rate is 65.04%.