Minur - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Minur is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Gorla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minur is 450797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1042.85 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Minur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minur
According to the 2011 Census, Minur village had a total population of 611 people, including 302 males and 309 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.78%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 46.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 576.
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 | 611 | 302 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 287 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 222 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 80 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Minur
Minur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kesaiguda | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Gorla | North | 3.36 km |
| Raiguda | East | 4.28 km |
| Anchoda | East | 4.38 km |
| Dudheda(kottaguda) | North | 5.13 km |
| Motakpalli | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Pegdapalli(basaguda) | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Jajalguda(bhattiguda) | North | 5.15 km |
| Bangapalli | East | 5.68 km |
| Posadpalli | North-West | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Minur. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhopalpattanam to Minur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Minur is about 48 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 Minur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Minur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minur 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 Minur
Where is Minur located?
Minur village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minur?
The Gram Panchayat of Minur is Gorla.
What is the pincode of Minur?
The pincode of Minur is 494448.
What is the population of Minur?
Minur had a total population of 611, including 302 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Minur?
Minur had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Minur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minur was 63.78%. Male literacy was 81.62% and female literacy was 46.64%.