Minjumala - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Minjumala is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Arar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minjumala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minjumala is 240348. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Minjumala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minjumala
According to the 2011 Census, Minjumala village had a total population of 216 people, including 105 males and 111 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.06%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 149, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 216 | 105 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 75 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 66 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Minjumala
Minjumala 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 Minjumala
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Minjumala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Minjumala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Minjumala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minjumala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minjumala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Minjumala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minjumala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Minjumala
Where is Minjumala located?
Minjumala village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minjumala?
The Gram Panchayat of Minjumala is Arar.
What is the pincode of Minjumala?
The pincode of Minjumala is 813204.
What is the population of Minjumala?
Minjumala had a total population of 216, including 105 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Minjumala?
Minjumala had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Minjumala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minjumala was 65.06%. Male literacy was 77.65% and female literacy was 51.85%.