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
As per Census 2011, Minapur village has a total population of 1,225 people, consisting of 629 males and 596 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,225 | 629 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 140 | 134 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,225, including 629 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Minapur?
There are 252 households in Minapur.
What is the literacy rate in Minapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minapur is 47.43%. Male literacy is 53.42% and female literacy is 41.11%.