Menidi - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Menidi is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Manbazar and around 37.3 km from Purulia. Baramasya-ramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Menidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Menidi is 331977. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.28 hectares and falls under the 723151 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Menidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Menidi
According to the 2011 Census, Menidi village had a total population of 256 people, including 128 males and 128 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.56%, with male literacy at 86.44% and female literacy at 55.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250.
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 | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 10 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 102 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 26 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Menidi
Menidi 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 Menidi
Menidi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Menidi is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Menidi is about 37.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Menidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Menidi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Menidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Menidi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Menidi
Where is Menidi located?
Menidi village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Menidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Menidi is Baramasya-ramnagar.
What is the pincode of Menidi?
The pincode of Menidi is 723151.
What is the population of Menidi?
Menidi had a total population of 256, including 128 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Menidi?
Menidi had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Menidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Menidi was 71.56%. Male literacy was 86.44% and female literacy was 55.14%.