Manguria (P) - Purulia - I, Purulia
Manguria (P) is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.6 km from Purulia and around 29.7 km from Purulia. Sonaijuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manguria (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manguria (P) is 330956. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.66 hectares and falls under the 723149 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Manguria (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Manguria (P)
As per Census 2011, Manguria (P) village has a total population of 3,808 people, consisting of 1,949 males and 1,859 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,623 literate and 1,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 809 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manguria (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,808 | 1,949 | 1,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 258 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 809 | 414 | 395 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 144 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 2,623 | 1,514 | 1,109 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 435 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Manguria (P)
Manguria (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanaijuri | West | 1.44 km |
| Ramnagar | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Balguma | South | 1.87 km |
| Chakda | South | 2.69 km |
| Shyampur | North | 2.97 km |
| Bhalumara | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Satchita | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Kalipur | South | 3.25 km |
| Baroadi | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Mahalitora | North | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manguria (P)
Public transport in the Manguria (P) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purulia Jn, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Puruliya to Manguria (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Manguria (P) is about 29.7 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 Manguria (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manguria (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manguria (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manguria (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manguria (P)
Where is Manguria (P) located?
Manguria (P) village is located in Purulia - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manguria (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Manguria (P) is Sonaijuri.
What is the pincode of Manguria (P)?
The pincode of Manguria (P) is 723149.
What is the population of Manguria (P)?
Manguria (P) has a total population of 3,808, including 1,949 males and 1,859 females.
How many households are there in Manguria (P)?
There are 675 households in Manguria (P).
What is the literacy rate in Manguria (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manguria (P) is 68.88%. Male literacy is 77.68% and female literacy is 59.66%.