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
As per Census 2011, Minur village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 302 males and 309 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 576 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 302 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 611, including 302 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Minur?
There are 155 households in Minur.
What is the literacy rate in Minur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minur is 57.94%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 42.72%.