Minkachchh - Chikhli, Navsari
Minkachchh is a village situated in the Chikhli taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhli and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Minkachchh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minkachchh is 523051. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.35 hectares and falls under the 396430 pincode. Bilimora is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Minkachchh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandevi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Navsari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Minkachchh
As per Census 2011, Minkachchh village has a total population of 1,426 people, consisting of 708 males and 718 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,078 literate and 348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minkachchh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,426 | 708 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,125 | 555 | 570 |
| Literate Population | 1,078 | 571 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 137 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Minkachchh
Minkachchh 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 Minkachchh
Public transport in the Minkachchh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Minkachchh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bilimora to Minkachchh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Minkachchh is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minkachchh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minkachchh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Minkachchh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minkachchh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Minkachchh
Where is Minkachchh located?
Minkachchh village is located in Chikhli Taluka, Navsari district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minkachchh?
Minkachchh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Minkachchh?
The pincode of Minkachchh is 396430.
What is the population of Minkachchh?
Minkachchh has a total population of 1,426, including 708 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Minkachchh?
There are 313 households in Minkachchh.
What is the literacy rate in Minkachchh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minkachchh is 75.60%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 70.61%.