Minpa - Jagargunda, Sukma
Minpa is a village situated in the Jagargunda tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 86 km from Konta and around 154 km from Dantewada. Duled serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minpa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minpa is 450352. The village covers a total geographical area of 1543.1 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Minpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minpa
As per Census 2011, Minpa village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 200 males and 192 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 369 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 200 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 200 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 189 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Minpa
Minpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burkapal | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Tadmatela | North-West | 5.32 km |
| Chintagupha | East | 7.01 km |
| Mukram | North | 7.76 km |
| Tokanpalli | North-East | 9.68 km |
| Tongpalli | North-East | 9.98 km |
| Kotaguda(dudheda) | North | 10.27 km |
| Dareli | West | 10.41 km |
| Morpalli | North-West | 10.90 km |
| Chintalnar | North | 12.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minpa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Minpa. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dornapal to Minpa is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Minpa is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minpa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Minpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minpa 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 Minpa
Where is Minpa located?
Minpa village is located in Jagargunda Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minpa?
The Gram Panchayat of Minpa is Duled.
What is the pincode of Minpa?
The pincode of Minpa is 494122.
What is the population of Minpa?
Minpa has a total population of 392, including 200 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Minpa?
There are 115 households in Minpa.
What is the literacy rate in Minpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minpa is 5.87%. Male literacy is 5.50% and female literacy is 6.25%.