Mankiari
Mankiari is a village located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.3km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 27.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Mankiary is the gram panchayat of Mankiari village.
Mankiari has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mankiari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mankiari is 331188. The village spans a total geographical area of 515.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723201. Bokaro is nearest town to Mankiari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mankiari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mankiari
Population of Mankiari
Below is a concise population overview of Mankiari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 896 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 147 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 484 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 412 | 606 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mankiari village:
- The total population of Mankiari village is around 1,784, including approximately 896 males and 888 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 307 children aged 0–6 years in Mankiari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mankiari village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 79 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mankiari village is about 42.94%, with male literacy at 54.02% and female literacy at 31.76%.
- There are around 337 households in Mankiari village.
Connectivity of Mankiari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mankiari. As per the 2011 stats, Mankiari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mankiari
Knowing the nearby villages of Mankiari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mankiari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mankiari
- Where is Mankiari located?
- Mankiari village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mankiari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mankiari is Mankiary (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mankiari?
- The pincode of Mankiari is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mankiari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mankiari is 1,784, with 896 males and 888 females.
- How many households are there in Mankiari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mankiari village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mankiari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mankiari is 42.94%. The male literacy rate is 54.02%, while the female literacy rate is 31.76%.