Minapur - Dagarua, Purnia
Minapur is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Babhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minapur is 224200. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 854315 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Minapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Minapur
According to the 2011 Census, Minapur village had a total population of 1,225 people, including 629 males and 596 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.09%, with male literacy at 68.71% and female literacy at 53.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 368.
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 | 1,225 | 629 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 140 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 181 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 336 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 644 | 293 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Minapur
Minapur 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 Minapur
Minapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Minapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Minapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Minapur
Where is Minapur located?
Minapur village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Minapur is Babhani.
What is the pincode of Minapur?
The pincode of Minapur is 854315.
What is the population of Minapur?
Minapur had a total population of 1,225, including 629 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Minapur?
Minapur had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Minapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minapur was 61.09%. Male literacy was 68.71% and female literacy was 53.03%.