Miniana - Dharmsala, Kangra
Miniana is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhitlu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Miniana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miniana is 009494. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.41 hectares and falls under the 176217 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Miniana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Miniana
According to the 2011 Census, Miniana village had a total population of 139 people, including 72 males and 67 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.17%, with male literacy at 80.30% and female literacy at 64.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Miniana
Miniana 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 Miniana
Miniana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Miniana is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Miniana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miniana 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Miniana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Miniana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Miniana
Where is Miniana located?
Miniana village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Miniana?
The Gram Panchayat of Miniana is Bhitlu.
What is the pincode of Miniana?
The pincode of Miniana is 176217.
What is the population of Miniana?
Miniana had a total population of 139, including 72 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Miniana?
Miniana had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Miniana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miniana was 73.17%. Male literacy was 80.30% and female literacy was 64.91%.